Batter and coat the cauliflower

Chop the cauliflower into florets and set aside. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Mix the cornstarch, bread crumbs, water, cayenne, soy sauce, salt, and sesame oil into a batter, letting it sit a few seconds to thicken. Dip the cauliflower in the batter, tap off the excess, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. If the batter thickens too much while working, mix in a little more water.

1/4 cup + 1 tbsp cornstarch or other starch1/4 cup + 2 tbsp bread crumbs1/4 cup + 1 tbsp water1/2 tsp cayenne2 tsp soy sauce1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp roasted sesame oil1 medium head cauliflower