Cauliflower with Tahini – Recipe and Cooking Method

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Cauliflower with Tahini – Recipe and Cooking Method

Cauliflower with tahini is a delicious and nutritious dish that is very popular across the Arab world, especially in the Levant and Egypt.

This meal is simple to prepare and provides plenty of energy thanks to its rich nutritional value. Every 100 grams contains about 25 calories, 5 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of dietary fiber, and 2 grams of protein.

Cauliflower itself is packed with benefits. It is rich in vitamin C and folic acid, and contains important minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. It also provides a good amount of protein.

Some of its main health benefits include reducing the risk of stroke due to its allicin content, supporting brain health, lowering blood pressure, and maintaining heart health. It is suitable for people with diabetes, helps prevent its onset, and thanks to folic acid, is highly recommended for pregnant women. Cauliflower also supports weight loss, boosts immunity against winter illnesses like colds, protects eyesight, and aids the body in detoxification.

Ingredients for Cauliflower with Tahini:

Cauliflower with Tahini

 

  • 1 kg cauliflower

  • 500 g minced meat

  • 1 cup tahini

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon white pepper

  • 1 teaspoon cumin

  • Mixed spices (to taste)

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 1 cup fresh coriander leaves

  • 3 garlic cloves

  • 1 chicken stock cube

  • Oil for frying

Preparation Method:

  1. Separate the cauliflower florets, wash thoroughly, remove the stem, and soak them in salted water for 5 minutes to clean.

  2. Heat oil in a pot and fry the cauliflower until golden brown.

  3. Prepare the tahini sauce by mixing tahini with salt, white pepper, lemon juice, and ¼ cup water. Stir until smooth.

  4. In another pot, heat some oil, add onion and garlic, then stir in the minced meat. Season with salt, white pepper, and mixed spices, and cook well.

  5. Add the fried cauliflower to the cooked meat, pour over the tahini sauce, and add the chicken stock cube. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.

  6. Meanwhile, prepare the coriander sauce by frying garlic and chopped coriander in a little oil for about 2 minutes.

  7. Transfer the cauliflower with tahini to serving dishes, garnish with the coriander mixture, and serve hot for a flavorful, wholesome meal.

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