INGREDIENTS
1
large cauliflower (2 1/2 to 3 pounds)
Kosher salt
2 tsp
black pepper, plus more as needed
3 tbsp
canola oil, plus more as needed
1/2 cup
rice-wine vinegar
5 tbsp
soy sauce
2 tsp
raw or light brown sugar
6
garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
3
bay leaves
1
Thai chile, halved lengthwise, or 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
3
scallions, thinly sliced, for serving