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Sesame Cauliflower “Chicken”

Low-Carb Sugar-Free Sesame Cauliflower "Chicken"

This sesame cauliflower “chicken” is a healthy, low-carb, sugar-free twist on a takeout favorite! Crispy roasted cauliflower is tossed in a sweet and savory sesame glaze made without refined sugar. Perfect for keto, gluten-free, and plant-based eating.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Chinese, Fusion
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Baking sheet + parchment paper
  • Saucepan,
  • 2 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • Cauliflower “chicken”:
  • 1 Medium head Cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tbsp Sugar-free Maple Syrup or Monk Fruit Syrup
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tsp Fresh Ginger grated
  • 2 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • 1 tsp Xanthan Gum or 1 tsp arrowroot starch + 2 tbsp water
  • Toppings:
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • 2 Green Onions sliced

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roast the cauliflower.
  • Toss florets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and slightly crispy.
  • Make the sesame sauce.
  • In a saucepan, heat sesame oil over medium. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, sugar-free syrup, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
  • Thicken the sauce.
  • Mix xanthan gum with water to create a slurry. Whisk into sauce until thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
  • Combine & serve.
  • Toss roasted cauliflower in the sesame sauce until coated. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with cauliflower rice or steamed veggies.

Notes

Make it extra crispy by using an air fryer (375°F for 15–18 minutes).
Swap in broccoli or zucchini for variety.
To reheat, bake or air fry instead of microwaving for best texture.
Sugar: 1g (naturally from cauliflower)
Net Carbs 6g

Nutrition

Serving: 1CupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 4gFat: 10gFiber: 3gSugar: 1g
Keyword cauliflower recipes, Gluten-free chicken dinner, healthy takeout, low-carb breakfast, plant-based autumn meals, sesame chicken alternative, sugar-free, keto
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