Can I use cauliflower instead of broccoli?

Yes you can. In fact, you can use any roasted vegetable you like for this recipe! The umami sauce pairs beautifully with roasted cauliflower, carrots, bell pepper, kabocha squash, cabbage, etc... The options are endless!

I don't like raw garlic. Can I make the dressing without it?

Absolutely! Keep in mind that the garlic makes the dipping sauce a little pungent and spicy. So, either omit it and keep the dipping sauce as is, or grate a little fresh ginger to get a similar effect.

Crispy Roasted Broccoli With Umami Sauce

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Crispy and brown broccoli florets dressed with a savory, creamy, and umami sauce. Delicious as a side or as a snack.

Author: Caroline Phelps
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 2-4 1x
Category: Side
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: Japanese
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 large broccoli head or 2 small ones, sliced into bite size pieces
1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

Dipping sauce

1/4 cup Kewpie mayonnaise or regular mayonnaise
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/8 teaspoon msg (ajinomoto)
1 small garlic clove, minced

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Instructions

Warm up the oven: Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
Prep the tray: Cover a baking tray with parchment paper or nonstick foil.
Season the broccoli: Place the broccoli in the tray and drizzle the olive oil on top. Toss the broccoli using your hands so each piece gets coated. Season with salt and pepper.
Arrange the broccoli: Spread the broccoli so it lays flat in one layer, leaving a little space between each piece.
Roast it: Roast it for 15 to 20 minutes, until the broccoli is slightly brown (charred). I personally like to let it go a bit further, until the florets are medium brown and crispy.
Make the dipping sauce: Meanwhile, put all the ingredients for the dipping sauce in a bowl and whisk until they are combined.
Serve: Take the broccoli out of the oven and transfer to a serving plate, with the dipping sauce on the side.

Notes

Storage: Keep the leftovers in an airtight storage container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. It’s best to save the dipping sauce separate from the broccoli.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 244
Sugar: 3.2g
Sodium: 251mg
Fat: 16.3g
Saturated Fat: 2.4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6.9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 4.7g
Protein: 6.9g
Cholesterol: 5.8mg

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