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Spicy Peanut Cauliflower Stir Fry

This spicy as you want to make it cauliflower peanut stir-fry is a hearty vegan dinner recipe. Serve it with rice or quinoa or a complete meal!
Course Entree
Cuisine American, Asian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 267kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower, in bite-sized florets
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • ½ cup smooth peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon coconut or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon sesame or other neutral-tasting oil
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoon hot water (if needed)
  • ½ cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
  • Chopped green onion, cilantro, crushed peanuts (optional)

Instructions

  • Whisk the peanut butter, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, sriracha, sugar, and 1 tablespoon each plain sesame and toasted sesame oil until combined. If the sauce is too thick, add hot water - 1 tablespoon at a time. (You can make the sauce while the cauliflower cooks.)
  • Preheat a large, non-stick sauté pan on medium-high heat. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of plain sesame oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add the cauliflower (in batches if needed). Cook 5 -7 minutes allowing the florets to brown slightly. Reduce heat to medium. Add red pepper slices. Cook just until tender, about 3 minutes. 
  • Add peanut sauce (reserving a ¼ cup for extra dipping). Stir until heated through and the vegetables are well coated. 
  • Remove pan from the heat. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts and optional garnishes. Serve warm.

Notes

TIPS:

  • Use natural peanut butter in this recipe - not one with sugar or hydrogenated oils added. Most natural peanut butter ingredient labels simply contain peanuts and salt and can be a little runny at room temperature. 
  • Cut or break the cauliflower florets into the same sized pieces to ensure even cooking. Also, make them bite-sized for ease of eating.
  • Serve this recipe with noodles or rice and add some tofu or other protein for a more filling meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 491mg | Potassium: 582mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 621IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg