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Dry-Fried Cauliflower (Gan Bian Cai Hua)

Chinese (Sichuan) · East Asia STOVETOP
7/10

Wok-charred cauliflower with chili, garlic, and cumin.

Vegetarian Stir-Fry & Sauté Home Cook Friendly Vegan N Nut-Free E Egg-Free

Why It Works

Dry-frying at extreme heat chars the cauliflower edges while keeping centers tender.

Key Ingredients

cauliflower dried chilies garlic cumin Sichuan peppercorn soy sauce

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