Step 1

Cut the cauliflower in half and remove the core from each half. Cut the halves into 8 pieces and reserve any broken, smaller pieces.

Step 2

Heat the avocado oil in a large pot on medium-high heat, then add the large cauliflower pieces. Sprinkle on the salt and pepper.

Step 3

Cook the mixture without stirring for 4 minutes.

Step 4

Turn the cauliflower halves over and sear the other sides for 4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the rice vinegar, garlic slices, soy sauce, brown sugar, water, bay leaves, and Thai chili pepper pieces. Cover the pot and simmer on medium for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Uncover the pot and cook the mixture on medium-high for 8 minutes. The sauce should coat the cauliflower.

Step 7

Top your adobo with scallions and serve.