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Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce
Golden roasted cauliflower with a fresh, lemony sesame sauce.
Ingredients
How many servings?
3
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Method
- Heat the oven to 210°C (410°F). Cut the cauliflower into small florets.
- Toss with the oil and paprika, spread on a baking tray and roast for 25–30 minutes.
- Mix the tahini with lemon juice, crushed garlic and water. Add a little more water if needed.
- Drizzle the sauce over the roasted cauliflower and scatter with parsley.
- Before serving, check: At the end, pierce the thickest piece with a fork: the centre should be tender and the edges lightly browned. If firm, roast a few minutes longer.
Beginner-friendly tips
Read these three practical tips before cooking. Check how the food looks and feels, not just the clock.
- Preheat the oven fully and spread the pieces in a single layer with gaps. An overcrowded tray steams vegetables instead of roasting them.
- At the end, pierce the thickest piece with a fork: the centre should be tender and the edges lightly browned. If firm, roast a few minutes longer.
- If the top darkens too fast, move the tray down or lower the temperature slightly. If pale, roast uncovered for the final minutes.