Zahra bil Tahini
Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini Dressing
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Florets of cauliflower are roasted or lightly pan-fried until tender-crisp and slightly caramelized, then generously drizzled with a savory, creamy tahini-lemon-garlic dressing, typically garnished with fresh parsley.
Key ingredients
Cauliflower, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure the cauliflower is roasted or pan-fried, not deep-fried in any flour-based batter. Verify that the tahini dressing contains no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لزهرة بالطحينة، رجاءً تأكدوا أن الزهرة مشوية أو مقلية بالمقلاة، وليست مقلية بعجينة طحين. وتأكدوا أن صلصة الطحينة خالية من السكر المضاف.
For Zahra bil Tahini, ensure cauliflower is roasted or pan-fried, not deep-fried. Confirm no added sugar in tahini dressing.
Watch out for
Added sugar in the tahini dressing, cross-contamination with flour if deep-fried in a shared fryer, excessive tahini leading to higher carb count.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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