Friday 30 September 2016

Roasted Whole Cauliflower

This is a delicious side that looks and tastes fantastic.


1 tbsp Garam Masala
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive oil
1 medium head cauliflower, leaves trimmed and bottom cut flat
1/4 cup plain hummus
1/3 cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp red pepper spread
2 tbsp chopped toasted pistachios
1/4 cup lightly packed cilantro leaves


  • Preheat oven to 425F.
  • Combine Garam Masala, 1/2 tsp salt and oil; set aside
  • Cook whole cauliflower in large saucepan of boiling water just until tender but firm, about 3 to 4 minutes.  Drain well; place cut side in greased baking dish.  Insert tip of sharp knife into topi f cauliflower in five random places.  Brush spice mixture all over and into crevices.
  • Roast in centre of oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until browned and tender.  Meanwhile, whisk together hummus and 2 to 3 tbsp water to thin sauce until thin enough to drizzle if necessary.  Set aside.
  • Combine yogurt and red pepper spread.  Drizzle spoonful each of red pepper sauce and hummus sauce over top of roasted cauliflower; sprinkle with pistachios and cilantro.  Cut into wedges and serve with remaining sauces.

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