Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

Cauliflower

cut into small pieces

0.5 cup

Green Onion

chopped

6 unit

Garlic

minced

2 unit

Green Chilli

minced

2 inch

Ginger

minced

2 tbsp

Corn Flour

0.5 cup

Water

0.5 cup

Tomato Puree

1 tbsp

Soy Sauce

1 tbsp

Tomato Ketchup

1 tbsp

Red Chilli Sauce

1 tsp

Oil

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

Step 1
~5 min

Steam the cauliflower for 3-4 minutes until half-cooked.

Step 2
~5 min

In a mixing bowl, combine corn flour, soy sauce, tomato ketchup, chilli sauce, tomato puree, and water.

Step 3
~5 min

Heat oil in a pan and sauté ginger, garlic, green chillies, and green onions for a few seconds.

Step 4
~5 min

Add the corn flour mixture to the pan and cook until thickened.

Step 5
~5 min

Turn off the heat and add the steamed cauliflower to the sauce, mixing well.

Step 6
~5 min

Spread the mixture in a baking tray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~5 min

Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F) for 10-12 minutes.

Step 8
~5 min

Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

Step 9
~5 min

Garnish with green onions and green chillies and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chilli sauce to your preferred spice level.

Ensure cauliflower is only half-cooked when steaming to maintain texture after baking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with vegetable hakka noodles.

Serve as a side dish with fried rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vegetable Hakka Noodles
Momos
Fried Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Indo-China

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in India, adapted from Chinese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Casual Gathering
Game Night

Popularity Score

75/100

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