Imagine a platter showcasing charred cabbage wedges, sprinkled with vibrant pomegranate seeds, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of creamy, smoky tahini BBQ sauce. The smoky undertones of the dish contrast with the vibrant garnishing, making it visually appetizing.

Spiced Grilled Cabbage with Tahini BBQ Sauce

Name: Spiced Grilled Cabbage with Tahini BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 16 min
Total time: 56 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: large head of green cabbage, one quartered; olive oil, 1 cup For Marinade; ground cumin, 2 tablespoons For Marinade; ground coriander, 1 tablespoon For Marinade; ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon For Marinade; cayenne pepper, a pinch For Marinade; salt, to taste For Marinade; tahini, ½ cup For BBQ Sauce; apple cider vinegar, ¼ cup For BBQ Sauce; smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons For BBQ Sauce; garlic cloves, 2 minced, For BBQ Sauce; juice of one lemon, one For BBQ Sauce; black pepper, to taste For BBQ Sauce; fresh mint leaves, a handful chopped, For Garnish; pomegranate seeds, ½ cup For Garnish; sesame seeds, a sprinkle For Garnish

Category BBQ

Prep 40 minutes

Cook 16 minutes

Style Middle Eastern

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: September 09, 2024

This recipe gives a Middle Eastern twist to a quintessential staple. The star of this dish is the humble cabbage, which becomes vibrant and transforms in flavor when treated with just the right spices and grilling method.

Ingredients (for 4)

Large head of green cabbage - one - quartered
Olive oil - 1 cup - For Marinade
Ground cumin - 2 tablespoons - For Marinade
Ground coriander - 1 tablespoon - For Marinade
Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon - For Marinade
Cayenne pepper - a pinch - For Marinade
Salt - to taste - For Marinade
Tahini - ½ cup - For BBQ Sauce
Apple cider vinegar - ¼ cup - For BBQ Sauce
Smoked paprika - 2 teaspoons - For BBQ Sauce
Garlic cloves - 2 - minced, For BBQ Sauce
Juice of one lemon - one - For BBQ Sauce
Black pepper - to taste - For BBQ Sauce
Fresh mint leaves - a handful - chopped, For Garnish
Pomegranate seeds - ½ cup - For Garnish
Sesame seeds - a sprinkle - For Garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥣🧂🥬

In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt. Fully coat the cabbage quarters with this marinade and let rest for at least 20 minutes.
Step 2 - 🌡️🔥🥬

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated cabbage quarters for 7-8 minutes on each side until charred. Allow to cool, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3 - 🥣🍎🌶️

In another bowl, combine tahini, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper until smooth.
Step 4 - 🥗🍽️🎉

Arrange the grilled cabbage chunks on a serving platter. Drizzle the tahini BBQ sauce on top and garnish with pomegranate seeds, chopped mint leaves, and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Additional

This recipe is perfect for those wanting to try something different. The cabbage can be replaced with cauliflower or Brussels sprouts for variation. Have the kids help with the garnishing or mixing the BBQ sauce. Remember, the key to a great dish is patience and passion, so let this dish be a creativity journey rather than a destination.