Hot Mezze Sampler (ve, Gf) Recipe
Deep fried cauliflower with pomegranate molasses, falafel, lentil & black bean stew, spiced potatoes.
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Ingredients
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Deep Fried Cauliflower
Falafel
Lentil & Black Bean Stew
Spiced Potatoes
Method
Deep Fried Cauliflower
- 1
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, mix the gluten-free flour, salt, black pepper, and water to create a batter.
- 2
Coat Cauliflower
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 3
Fry Cauliflower
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the coated cauliflower into the oil.
- 4
Drain Cauliflower
Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve Cauliflower
Drizzle with pomegranate molasses before serving.
Falafel
- 6
Prepare Falafel Mixture
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, and salt. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms.
- 7
Shape Falafel
Form the mixture into small balls or patties.
- 8
Fry Falafel
Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the falafel until golden brown on all sides, about 3-5 minutes.
- 9
Drain Falafel
Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.
Lentil & Black Bean Stew
- 10
- 11
Add Vegetables
Add diced carrots and celery, and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
- 12
Combine Ingredients
Stir in green lentils, black beans, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- 13
Simmer Stew
Reduce heat and simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until lentils are tender.
Spiced Potatoes
- 14
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 15
Season Potatoes
In a large bowl, toss diced potatoes with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- 16
Roast Potatoes
Spread potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
