Name: Low-Carb Sesame Chicken Cauliflower Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American Asian Fusion
Ingredients: Coating & Chicken; 1 egg; 1 tbsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch; 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 tbsp toasted sesame seed oil; Salt, to taste; Pepper, to taste; Sesame Sauce; 2 tbsp soy sauce (use Crystal Worcestershire sauce); 1 tbsp toasted sesame seed oil; 2 tbsp So Nourished GOLD sweetener; 1 tbsp vinegar; 1 cm cube fresh ginger, grated; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tbsp sesame seeds; 1/4 tsp xanthan gum; Base; 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets; 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt, to taste; Pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish; 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Description

A wholesome low-carb sesame chicken cauliflower bake made with tender chicken thighs, roasted cauliflower, and a savory sesame sauce. Perfect for a comforting and healthy dinner option.

Ingredients

Coating & Chicken

1 egg

1 tbsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch

1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 tbsp toasted sesame seed oil

Salt, to taste

Pepper, to taste

Sesame Sauce

2 tbsp soy sauce (use Crystal Worcestershire sauce)

1 tbsp toasted sesame seed oil

2 tbsp So Nourished GOLD sweetener

1 tbsp vinegar

1 cm cube fresh ginger, grated

1 clove garlic, minced

2 tbsp sesame seeds

1/4 tsp xanthan gum

Base

1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt, to taste

Pepper, to taste

2 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish

2 green onions, sliced for garnish

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Instructions

1. Whisk together egg and arrowroot powder until smooth to create a light coating.

2. Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and coat evenly in the mixture.

3. Heat sesame oil in a large pan and fry chicken pieces in batches until golden and cooked through.

4. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, sweetener, vinegar, ginger, garlic, sesame seeds, and xanthan gum until smooth.

5. Taste and adjust balance of sweetness, tang, or saltiness as needed.

6. Roast cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper at 400°F for 15 minutes until tender.

7. Transfer cauliflower to a baking dish and layer cooked chicken on top.

8. Pour sesame sauce over the chicken and cauliflower, ensuring everything is coated evenly.

9. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until bubbling and golden.

10. Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the top before serving.

Notes

Roast the cauliflower first to prevent a watery casserole.

Do not overcrowd the pan when frying chicken to ensure crispness.

Taste the sesame sauce before adding xanthan gum to balance flavors.

Let the bake rest 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American Asian Fusion