Cauliflower with Yogurt and Tahini Dressing

Crisp and snowy white – cauliflower looks so pretty in winter. This recipe, based on a classic Arab meze snack, comes from Yossi Mesilati of the Tazza d'Oro Café in Tel Aviv.
 

• 1 cauliflower, separated into florets
• oil for deep frying (or 1/4 cup olive oil for roasting)
• For the Dressing:
• 3/4 cup yogurt
• 3 tablespoons raw tahini
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
  

1. Heat oil for deep-frying and fry the cauliflower until deep golden. Drain on paper towel. Or, toss cauliflower with olive oil and roast in hot oven until golden (15-20 minutes).
2. Mix dressing ingredients, pour over the cauliflower and serve at once.