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Fried Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce

SUBMITTED BY: Sally PHOTO BY: male

"This is a Lebanese dish that my mother's side of the family had at every get together and it was always the first thing gone!"
PREP TIME  20 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  35 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1/3 cup tahini
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets

DIRECTIONS

  1. Whisk together the tahini, garlic, parsley, water, and lemon juice together in a bowl until no lumps of tahini remain. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  2. Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. Fry half of the cauliflower florets in the hot oil until they turn golden brown, about 8 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with the remaining florets. Serve immediately with the tahini sauce.
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Reviewed on Oct. 3, 2008 by Laura
I've had this at an authentic Syrian restaurant and this tasted just like it! Place the... MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2008 by male
this is my family's favorite we eat it with pita bread. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 5, 2008 by NewMommy101
Absolutely scrumptious! MORE


 
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Recipe Submitter:

Sally
Cooking Level: Expert
Home Town: Alvin, Texas, USA
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Fried Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 301

  • Total Fat: 29.3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 109mg
  • Total Carbs: 9g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 3.7g
  • Protein: 4.3g

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