One of my favorite Middle Eastern mezze is deep-fried cauliflower served with tahini garlic sauce. I decided to try the dish with broccoli, but instead of deep-frying the broccoli I roasted it, a method that requires a lot less oil. The buds on the broccoli florets toast to a crispy brown, and the texture of the stalk remains crisp. It goes wonderfully with the classic and irresistible tahini garlic sauce.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, appetizer, side dish
Time 30m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a mortar and pestle mash the garlic clove to a purée with a generous pinch of salt. Transfer to a bowl and whisk in the sesame tahini. Whisk in the lemon juice, beginning with the smaller amount. The mixture will stiffen up. Gradually whisk in up to 1/3 cup water, until the sauce has the consistency of thick cream (or runny yogurt). Taste and adjust salt.
- Heat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the broccoli crowns 1/3 inch thick, letting the flower buds on the edges fall off. Peel any large pieces of stem by gently pulling away the thick skin, then toss the slices and the unattached buds with the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place on the baking sheet in an even layer. Roast until the tops are nicely browned, stirring and flipping the large slices over (tongs are a good tool for this) after 8 minutes, roasting about 15 minutes total. Remove from the oven and transfer to a platter or to individual serving plates. Drizzle on the tahini sauce and serve, or serve the tahini sauce in small bowls for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 155, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 310 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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jose arredondo
[email protected]This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. The roasted broccoli was fine, but the tahini garlic sauce needed more flavor. I think I would have enjoyed it more if the sauce had been more flavorful.
Shakil Vlogs
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too difficult for my taste. The roasted broccoli was fine, but the tahini garlic sauce was a bit too complicated to make. I think I would have enjoyed it more if the recipe had been a bit easier.
Abdull
[email protected]This dish was a bit too expensive for my taste. The roasted broccoli was fine, but the tahini garlic sauce used some expensive ingredients. I think I would have enjoyed it more if the recipe had been a bit more affordable.
kajju maideen
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for my taste. The roasted broccoli was fine, but the tahini garlic sauce took a bit too long to make. I think I would have enjoyed it more if the recipe had been a bit simpler.
Sajjad Fiaz
[email protected]This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. The roasted broccoli was fine, but the tahini garlic sauce was a bit too salty for me. I think I would have enjoyed it more if the sauce had been less salty.
Ajit AjitSahani
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. The roasted broccoli was fine, but the tahini garlic sauce was a bit too hot for me. I think I would have enjoyed it more if the sauce had been milder.
Sivabrian Mooken
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! The roasted broccoli was a nice change from the usual steamed broccoli, and the tahini garlic sauce was a delicious and flavorful addition. I will definitely be making this again.
Khvng Sparrow
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The roasted broccoli was crispy and flavorful, and the tahini garlic sauce was creamy and tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Jestoni Manoba
[email protected]This dish was a bit too oily for my taste. The roasted broccoli was good, but the tahini garlic sauce was too oily and rich. I think I would have enjoyed it more if the sauce had been thinner and less oily.
Angel Gonzales
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. The roasted broccoli was fine, but the tahini garlic sauce was lacking in flavor. I added some lemon juice and salt, which helped a bit, but it still wasn't as flavorful as I had hoped.
Popy Mim
[email protected]I love roasted broccoli, and this recipe did not disappoint. The broccoli was roasted to perfection, and the tahini garlic sauce was a delicious addition. I will definitely be making this again.
Usman Nasar
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The roasted broccoli was crispy and flavorful, and the tahini garlic sauce was creamy and tangy. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family.
Justine Martens
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this dish. The roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the broccoli, and the tahini garlic sauce is a delicious and flavorful complement. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mohammod Rafi
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat broccoli. My kids loved the roasted broccoli, and they couldn't get enough of the tahini garlic sauce. I'll definitely be making this dish again.
Favour Amara
[email protected]Roasted broccoli with tahini garlic sauce was a hit! The broccoli was perfectly roasted, with a slight char and a tender-crisp texture. The tahini garlic sauce was creamy, nutty, and garlicky, and it paired perfectly with the broccoli. I'll definitel