Roasted cauliflower with spiced beet sauce

Recipe : Cauliflower with spiced, roasted beet sauce

2 large beets (I used golden, red would give you an interesting colour).

1 tbsp oil

1 tbsp of water

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp ground cumin

Freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cauliflower, broken into florets

1 tbsp oil

1 tsp salt

Pre heat the oven to 400oF and place the cauliflower in a roasting dish. Drizzle over the oil and sprinkle with the salt. Mix well to coat the cauliflower entirely and bake in the oven for about 45 minutes.

Peel and cut the beets into quarters. Place on a separate baking dish, drizzle with the oil and put in the oven along with the cauliflower for about 45 minutes also.

Check the cauliflower is cooked by piercing with a knife and remove from the oven and set aside.

Check the beets are cooked by the same method, remove and allow to cool for a little while.

Once cooled, transfer the beets to a blender or processor, add the water and blend to a smooth paste.

Add the spices, salt and pepper and mix well. 

Pour or spoon the beet puree over the cauliflower and stir to mix a little. Place under the grill (broiler) until brown and crispy on the edges and soft throughout. Serve with the curry.