Sizzling Sichuan Cauliflower with Spicy Almonds and Crunchy Beans
What Started it all:
Almonds, Cauliflower, beans, grill
A bold and aromatic Chinese-inspired dish that will ignite your taste buds, featuring the perfect harmony of crunchy, spicy, and savory elements.
Ingredients
- 1 head of cauliflower, broken into florets
- 1 cup of almonds, sliced
- 1 cup of beans (such as black beans or kidney beans), cooked
- 2 tablespoons of Sichuan peppercorn oil
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon of garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of scallions, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill cauliflower florets.
- In a bowl, whisk together Sichuan peppercorn oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Marinate sliced almonds.
- Toss cauliflower florets with salt and pepper. Grill cauliflower until tender and slightly charred.
- Heat Sichuan peppercorn oil in a skillet or wok. Stir-fry cooked beans.
- Add grilled cauliflower to skillet or wok with beans. Stir in marinated almonds and cook until flavors meld.
- Serve garnished with scallions.
This Sichuan-inspired dish is a true showstopper, with its bold flavors and satisfying textures. The spicy kick from the Sichuan peppercorn oil and red pepper flakes is balanced by the crunch of the almonds and the tender cauliflower. And let's not forget the protein-packed beans! This recipe is sure to ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more. So go ahead, take a bite, and let the flavors explode!