MOROCCAN HARISSA ROAST CAULIFLOWER

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Bright and flavorful, this Moroccan-inspired roasted cauliflower with homemade harissa makes the perfect vegetarian option for your next celebration.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 dried New Mexico chiles (about 1 ounce)
4 dried guajillo chiles (about 1 ounce)
2 cups boiling water
1/4 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for roasting
3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large head cauliflower, cut into 2-inch florets (about 8 cups)
1/4 cup lightly packed fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Tear open the New Mexico and guajillo chiles and discard the seeds and stems. (You may leave the seeds in if you prefer a spicy harissa.) Tear the chiles into large pieces and place them in a medium bowl. Pour 2 cups boiling water over the chiles and let stand until softened, about 20 minutes.
  • Put the coriander and cumin seeds in a small skillet and cook, swirling often, over medium heat, until the seeds are fragrant and lightly toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the spices to a blender and add the oil, garlic, lemon juice and 2 teaspoons kosher salt, then puree until smooth. Using tongs, add the chiles to the blender along with 1/2 cup of their soaking liquid (discard the rest) and puree until very smooth, about 2 minutes on high. Season the harissa with pepper and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with 3/4 cup of the harissa until each floret is evenly coated. Spread the cauliflower onto a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with a little more vegetable oil. Roast, tossing halfway through, until the cauliflower is tender and the harissa has begun to caramelize, about 40 minutes.
  • Transfer the cauliflower to a serving platter and sprinkle with the cilantro. Serve with the remaining 1/4 cup harissa on the side for dipping.

Joel Lopez
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This recipe was a lifesaver for a busy weeknight meal. The cauliflower roasted quickly and the harissa paste added a delicious flavor without any extra effort. I served it with a side of quinoa and roasted vegetables, and it was a healthy and satisfy


Nze Alpeace
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I'm a big fan of Moroccan cuisine, and this recipe did not disappoint. The harissa paste was easy to make and packed a punch of flavor. The roasted cauliflower was tender and flavorful, and the combination of the two was simply divine. I served it wi


Ethemba Ncomanzi
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party. The cauliflower was perfectly roasted and the harissa paste was simply divine. I served it with a side of basmati rice and a green salad, and it was a perfect combination of flavors. Everyone raved about it.


Lewis Moorhead
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I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but this recipe changed my mind. The harissa paste was amazing and added a wonderful spicy kick to the roasted cauliflower. I served it with a side of quinoa and a green salad, and it was a delicious and satisfying


Akhy Moni
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This dish was a total winner! The cauliflower was roasted to perfection and the harissa paste was incredibly flavorful. I loved the combination of the spicy harissa and the sweet roasted cauliflower. I served it with a side of couscous and a dollop o


Makwin Bwehmasai
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook cauliflower, and this recipe definitely delivered. The harissa paste was easy to make and added a wonderful depth of flavor to the roasted cauliflower. I served it as a side dish with grilled salmo


Benedict Charles
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This recipe was a lifesaver for a busy weeknight meal. The cauliflower roasted quickly and the harissa paste added a delicious flavor without any extra effort. I served it with a side of quinoa and roasted vegetables, and it was a healthy and satisfy


Mahfuz Hossain
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I'm a big fan of Moroccan cuisine, and this recipe did not disappoint. The harissa paste was easy to make and packed a punch of flavor. The roasted cauliflower was tender and flavorful, and the combination of the two was simply divine. I served it wi


kazi Fahmid Muntasir
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The cauliflower was roasted to perfection and the harissa paste added a delightful spicy touch. I served it with a side of basmati rice and a green salad, and it was a perfect combination of flavors. Everyone r


Blessings gaming_studio
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Absolutely loved this recipe! The cauliflower was perfectly roasted and the harissa paste was simply divine. I added a bit of extra cumin and coriander to the paste, and it turned out even better. Served it with a side of quinoa and roasted vegetable


Waiswa Julius
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Simple, yet delicious. The harissa paste was easy to make and added a wonderful flavor to the roasted cauliflower. I served it as a side dish with grilled chicken, and it was a perfect complement. Will definitely be adding this recipe to my regular r


Shafran Shaf
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I'm not typically a fan of cauliflower, but this recipe changed my mind. The harissa paste was incredibly flavorful and gave the cauliflower a nice spicy kick. The roasting process brought out the sweetness of the cauliflower, and the end result was


Jimmy Don Petrea
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Loved the recipe! The cauliflower came out perfectly tender and flavorful. The harissa paste was easy to make and added a wonderful depth of flavor. I served it with a side of couscous and a dollop of yogurt, and it was a hit with my family. Will def


Cstack Saynomore
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This Moroccan Harissa Roast Cauliflower was a delightful culinary journey. The flavors were bold and vibrant, with the harissa paste adding a spicy kick that was perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the roasted cauliflower. The dish was easy to mak