Brazilian recipe
Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce
Roasted cauliflower with tahini sauce is a nutritious and flavorful dish, highlighting the contrast between the vegetable's crispy texture and a creamy, aromatic sauce.
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 small garlic clove
1 medium head of cauliflower
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup tahini (sesame paste)
1/4 cup filtered water
Salt to taste
Salt to taste (for the sauce)
1 small garlic clove
1 medium head of cauliflower
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup tahini (sesame paste)
1/4 cup filtered water
Salt to taste
Salt to taste (for the sauce)
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh produce at local farmers' markets or grocery stores. Tahini (sesame paste) is commonly available in the international or health food aisle of most supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Preheat the oven to 430°F (220°C).
- Prepare the cauliflower: remove the outer leaves and the base of the stem.
- Cut the cauliflower into similar-sized florets.
- Wash the florets under running water and drain them completely in a colander.
- Pat the florets dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to ensure they brown well.
- Arrange the cauliflower florets on a large baking sheet.
- Drizzle with the olive oil.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss the florets with your hands so they are evenly coated with the seasoning.
- Spread the florets on the baking sheet in a single layer, without overcrowding.
- Roast for 20 minutes.
- Turn the florets halfway through the cooking time so they brown evenly.
- While the cauliflower roasts, prepare the sauce:
- Peel the garlic clove.
- In a mortar and pestle, mash the garlic with a pinch of salt until it forms a smooth paste.
- Add the tahini and lemon juice to the garlic paste.
- Mix well until incorporated.
- Add the filtered water little by little, whisking continuously, until you reach the desired consistency for the sauce (creamy and pourable).
- Adjust the salt, if necessary.
- Serve the cauliflower hot, accompanied by the tahini sauce.
Observations
This recipe turns simple cauliflower into a sophisticated dish. The secret to an impeccable result is ensuring the florets are thoroughly dried before putting them in the oven, which allows them to become golden and caramelized.
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