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Name: Authentic Arnabeet Mekleh (Lebanese Fried Cauliflower with Tahini)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Lebanon
Ingredients: *For the Cauliflower:**; 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 lbs / 900g), cut into bite-sized florets; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda (optional, for extra crispiness); 1 cup ice-cold water (adjust as needed for batter consistency); Vegetable oil (for deep frying, about 4 cups); *For the Tahini Sauce:**; 1/2 cup high-quality tahini (sesame paste), well-stirred; 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1-2 lemons); 2-3 cloves garlic, minced or crushed into a paste with salt; 1/2 cup ice-cold water (plus more if needed); Pinch of salt; *For Garnish:**; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 teaspoon sumac (optional); 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Arnabeet Mekleh

Lebanon

Middle East

Arnabeet Mekleh is a Lebanese dish made with fried cauliflower florets tossed in a tahini-based sauce flavored with garlic, lemon juice, and Middle Eastern spices.

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