Kung Pao Cauliflower | Recipe Cart

Kung Pao Cauliflower | Recipe Cart

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Searing the cauliflower in this recipe before marinating softens the cauliflower, which opens up the florets and creates more surface area for the marinade to s

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 1¾ pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 3 ounces slab or thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 6 dried japones chiles, chiles de árbol, or other red chiles
  • 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns or ½ teaspoon cracked black peppercorns
  • 3 scallions, dark-green and white parts separated, thinly sliced
  • 1 serrano chile, sliced
  • 1 1-inch piece ginger, peeled, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, sliced
  • ¼ cup unsalted, roasted peanuts
  • Kosher salt
  • Steamed white rice (for serving)

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