Fried Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce

12 Reviews

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 15 min
Ready In: 35 min

“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!” - by BonBonChihuahuas

Ingredients

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

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Directions

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.
Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
301 cal
15%

Fat
29.2 g
45%

Carbs
9.1 g
3%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (12)

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Laura

Oct. 3, 2008

"I've had this at an authentic Syrian restaurant and this tasted just like it! Place the cauliflower in the pan completely raw...I tried steaming it first, but it doesn't stay as crisp. Cook until the ..." See morecauliflower browns...the darker it gets the better it tastes! I also added ground toasted sesame seeds and paprika to store-bought tahini."

Baking Nana

Aug. 23, 2011

"I had a client that ate at a Lebanese restaurant and came to me with this request. I marinated the cauliflower in garlic olive oil and then tossed on to a baking sheet = sprinkled with smoked paprika..." See more and into a 425 oven for about 25 minutes. They loved it!"

gitalala

Jul. 9, 2010

"I've been making a similar Syrian version for years. For those who thought the tahini is thick, you just need to add a little water to it to thin it out. Add a few drops at a time till you reach the t..." See morehinness that you want."

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