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Roasted Cauliflower with Garam Masala

Serves 6

Ingredients

• 1/2 head cauliflower, trimmed and separated into flowerets, about 4 cups
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons garam masala (see note)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 scallion, white and light green parts only, sliced (for optional garnish)

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 450º. 

2. Place the cauliflower in a flat-bottomed ovenproof dish (large enough to hold the cauliflower in one uncrowded layer), add the olive oil and toss to coat the cauliflower pieces. 

3. Roast uncovered for 25 - 30 minutes, until the cauliflower pieces just start to brown. 

4. Scatter on the garam masala and toss gently. Correct the seasoning. 

This may be served immediately, at room temperature or chlled as an addition to a salad. Garnish as desired with 

Note

Garam masala is a spice mixture typical to Indian cuisine. Recipes for it differ slightly by their region of origin. Premixed garam masala may be purchased at Indian groceries or sometimes in the "Ethnic" section of large supermarkets, or you can make your own: 

(from Indian Vegetarian Cooking by Sumana Ray)

Ingredients

3 tablespoons cardomom seeds
3" cinnamon stick
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon cloves
1/4 of a nutmeg

Method

Grind spices together until pulverized. Store in a tightly closed container.

Nutritional Estimate: 6 Servings. Per serving: 45 Calories; 8 g Total Carbs; 3 g Dietary Fiber; 4 g Sugars; 1 g Fat; 0 mg Cholesterol; 116 mg Sodium; 2 g Protein. Weight Watchers: 1 points.

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