Mekleh Salata Cauliflower Salad Middle Eastern Recipes

MEKLEH SALATA - CAULIFLOWER SALAD (MIDDLE EASTERN)

Steps:

• Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Deep fry the potato sticks until crispy and golden brown, about 4 minutes. Remove, and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
• Deep fry the florets in two batches until golden brown; drain on paper towels. Allow the cauliflower to cool until just warm.
• Stir together tahini and olive oil in a large bowl until smooth. Mix in yogurt, lemon juice, vinegar, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add cauliflower, arugula, and lettuce; toss to coat with the dressing.
• Place salad onto serving plates, and sprinkle with the potato sticks.

MIDDLE EASTERN MAKLOUBEH WITH CAULIFLOWER AND POTATOES

Steps:

• Boil meat in water, skimming the froth as it appears on the surface.
• Add Allspice, Pepper, salt, and garlic and cover.
• Let meat simmer over moderate heat until tender.
• Strain broth into a bowl. Reserving meat for later use.
• Break the Cauliflower into medium-sized flowerets. Sprinkle with salt, then fry in deep hot oil until golden brown. Drain on absorbent paper.
• Do the same with the potatoes (cut in large cubes).
• In a 4-quart pot, saute onion and meat. Cover meat with cauliflower, potatoes, and drained rice.
• Add brother or water to cover the rice.
• Let it all come to a fast boil. Then reduce heat.
• Cook covered for 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from fire.
• Let cool for 1/2 hour, then turn pot upside down in a large platter or a large plate.
• If desired, garnish with sauteed pine nuts.

ZAHRA MEKHLA - ROASTED CAULIFLOWER (MIDDLE EASTERN)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450°F Toss cauliflower in 2 tsp olive oil. Season with salt, pepper and sesame seeds.
• Cook in oven for 25 minutes, or until browned and fork tender.
• In the meantime, make the sauce.Gently heat 2 tsp olive oil in a sauce pan. Stir in other ingredients (tahini, lemon juice, salt & pepper, tabasco, cumin and za'atar) and set aside.
• Toss cauliflower in sauce and serve immediately.