Fried Cauliflower With Tahini Sauce Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 tsp salt
1 head cauliflower (about 2 1/2 lbs)
canola oil (for frying )
1 large garlic clove
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup tahini ( mix well before using)
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup finely chopped flat leaf parsley , use green leafy parts and tender stems

Directions:

*** TO PREPARE THE CAULIFLOWER ***.
Place a large pot with 8 cups water and the salt over high heat. Cover and bring to a rolling boil. Meanwhile, remove all the leaves from around the stem of the cauliflower. Cut the florets off the central stem into 2- 3-inch pieces, keeping them consistent in size.
Place the florets in the boiling water. Return the water to a rolling boil and cook uncovered, stirring a couple of times, for 5 minutes. Drain, then evenly spread the florets over a flat tray and cool for 30 minutes uncovered. The steamed florets must cool prior to frying or they will fall apart.
Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat to 375°, using a candy/fry thermometer for accuracy. The oil should be about 1 1/2 deep. Fry 4 to 5 florets at a time until golden brown and the edges are crispy. Remove them with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined dish. Make sure the temperature of the oil remains at 375° so that the florets fry evenly. Fry the remaining pieces of cauliflower. If you prefer, you can serve the cauliflower steamed.
*** TO PREPARE THE TAHINI SAUCE ***.
In a small bowl, mash the garlic and salt to a pulp using a pestle. Add the tahini, lemon juice and water. Whisk until smooth and creamy; the consistency will be like pancake batter.
Use a spoon to mix in the parsley. Cover and refrigerate until needed. Tahini sauce may thicken once refrigerated. Thin it with lemon juice or water.
TO SERVE *** Place the tahini sauce in a small bowl in the center of the platter. Arrange the warm or room-temperature cauliflower around the tahini.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	170.14 Kcal (712 kJ)
Calories from fat	95.59 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	10.62g	16%
Sodium	1228.24mg	51%
Potassium	686.63mg	15%
Total Carbs	15.1g	5%
Sugars	4.21g	17%
Dietary Fiber	4.86g	19%
Protein	7.28g	15%
Vitamin C	100.2mg	167%
Iron	1mg	5%
Calcium	76.6mg	8%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	71.42 Kcal (299 kJ)
Calories from fat	40.12 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.46g	16%
Sodium	515.55mg	51%
Potassium	288.21mg	15%
Total Carbs	6.34g	5%
Sugars	1.77g	17%
Dietary Fiber	2.04g	19%
Protein	3.06g	15%
Vitamin C	42.1mg	167%
Iron	0.4mg	5%
Calcium	32.2mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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