MOROCCAN SPICED ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

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This is a simple recipe for preparing cauliflower florets that are seasoned with warm Moroccan spices and then oven roasted until tender and flavorful. It makes a great side dish to serve with any chicken, fish or hearty meat main dish. It's a one-pan dish, so clean-up is a breeze. For the skillet, be sure to use a heavy-duty...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Vegetables

Time 58m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Tbsp olive oil
2 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, sliced
1 large cauliflower bunch, cut into florets
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 pinch red pepper flakes
2 Tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 tsp fresh mint leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • 2. Heat oil in an heavy oven-safe skillet (such as cast-iron) over medium heat. Add garlic and onion to skillet, and sauté for about 3 minutes or until fragrant.
  • 3. Stir cauliflower florets into the garlic/onion mixture. Add tomatoes, cumin, turmeric, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, and mix until cauliflower is well coated.
  • 4. Transfer skillet to preheated oven, and roast for 45 minutes until tender and cauliflower is beginning to turn a light golden brown.
  • 5. While cauliflower is roasting, mix chopped cilantro and chopped mint together; set aside.
  • 6. Remove skillet from oven. Garnish roasted cauliflower with the cilantro/mint mixture, and serve immediately.

Linda Abramowski
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Not a fan of cauliflower, but this recipe changed my mind! The spices were incredible and the cauliflower was roasted perfectly. I'll be making this again for sure.


Loago Mosikare
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Roasted this cauliflower for dinner last night and it was delish! The spices were so fragrant and the cauliflower was roasted to perfection. Will definitely make again!


Munii Haji kullow
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Meh. I followed the directions to a T and the cauliflower came out dry and bland. I think I'll stick to my old roasted cauliflower recipe.


Abubokor siddik
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Just made this recipe and it turned out perfect! The cauliflower was roasted to perfection and the spices were so flavorful. My husband even went back for seconds. Definitely a keeper!


Bingolotto
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This roasted cauliflower is amazing! The Moroccan spices give it a unique and delicious flavor. I served it with a side of hummus and pita bread, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.