CAULIFLOWER IN TOMATO SAUCE (KOUNOUPITHI YAHINI)

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Another find from a cookbook given to me many years ago, by my wonderful Mother. The recipe states -- The tomato sauce for this popular Greek dish can be deliciously thickened with fresh or soured cream.

Provided by Tisme

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large cauliflower, cut into florets
2 large onions, finely chopped
100 ml olive oil
250 ml tomato juice
250 ml water
1 -2 garlic clove, crushed
parsley, finely chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil and fry the onions until they are golden brown, add the garlic and stir well.
  • Combine the tomato juice with the water and add to the pan with the salt, pepper and parsley. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
  • Add the cauliflower flowerets cook until tender. Remove cauliflower with a slotted spoon and serve hot.
  • Serve sauce separately, thickened with cream if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.2, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 3.1, Sodium 236.9, Carbohydrate 20.3, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 9.4, Protein 5.4

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