FRIED CAULIFLOWER WITH TAHINI SAUCE

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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!

Provided by BonBonChihuahuas

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Fried

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup tahini
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup water
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
6 cups vegetable oil for frying
1 head cauliflower, cut into florets

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 301.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 44.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

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