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Romanesco (Roman cauliflower), a cross between cauliflower and broccoli, is a tasty side dish that has bizarre spiraling points. The whole roasted romanesco makes a beautiful presentation as well as being really delicious with ajvar sauce.
Whole Baked Romanesco with Ajvar Sauce
adapted from Jamie Oliver
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- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Trim the outer romanesco leaves. Trim away and discard the stalk so the cauliflower can sit flat.
- Add the chopped onion and a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet and and slowly fry for 10 minutes until softened and with a little colour. Add the olives, ajvar sauce and vegetable stock. Stir everything together and bring to the boil.
- Transfer the sauce in a baking dish. Take the romanesco and gently push it down into the sauce. Spray the romanesco with a little olive oil and bake for around 1 hour 20 minutes, or until golden and tender. Garnish with chopped spring onions.
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I have never seen this kind of cauliflower but it looks soooo.. good in the ajvar sauce.
ReplyDeleteHi Angie. I love avjar, what a great recipe!!!!.
ReplyDeleteDelicious! That is such a great idea. I love ajar sauce and Romanesco...
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Rosa
Delicious.. nice combo.. colorful attraction
ReplyDeleteWOW! This romanesco looks very pretty and delicious. I must try to make this ajar sauce too. Sounds so good!
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning presentation Angie - I love how naturally beautiful romanesco is.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful dish Angie. I've never seen a Roman cauliflower. My BIL would go crazy over this. He loves cauliflower.
ReplyDeleteSam
Looks so delicious dish
ReplyDeleteI have never tried these before, but I saw one in the supermarket the other day and I meant to buy one.
ReplyDeleteStunning, Angie!
ReplyDeleteI haven't even heard about Romanesco, but I think I've seen it at the grocery store and thought it was some unusual cauliflower :) I like both broccoli and cauliflower, so I'm sure I'd like it! And this is a great way to prepare it, looks so yummy!
ReplyDeletewhat an impressive beast! i've never seen anything like this, in the grocery store or on a plate in front of me--thanks for the introduction and great recipe!
ReplyDeleteThis really is such a gorgeous presentation! And it sounds delicious too!! Hope you had a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteAngie, your new post just popped up for me...left comment on the previous post as well. For a moment, I got sidetracked with the name, Romanesco! The name is referred to an Italian sauce, which is called by this name. We have this special cauliflower, but it is still called cauliflower (I think)...not seeing it that often, so I'm not so sure. It is absolutely divine, and very creative how you made it. A must try, as soon as I see it in our supermarkets!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea that's what it was called! I buy it frequently. This is a lovely dish, Angie!
ReplyDeleteWow, this cauliflower looks beautiful and yummy. I do not know if I can find this kind of cauliflower at my market. If not, I will use regular cauliflower. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI have seen this cauliflower before and bought it once but I didn't know that we can bake it. This is interesting.
ReplyDeleteGoodness me this looks impressive! What an original funky yummy recipe! Love it! Goodness is being served. Brava Angie fab presentation!
ReplyDeleteNever heard of ajvar sauce, had to look it up, this sure is an easy dish and makes a lovely presentation.
ReplyDeleteHi Angie, had to look up ajvar sauce sounds delicious, love that you baked the romanesco whole. beautiful dish......
ReplyDeleteThis looks beautiful, Angie! My mouth is watering over this romanesco! So fresh and delicious!
ReplyDeleteWow Angie! I learn a lot from you. I didn't know that this vegetable existed. So interesting. Now I'm so curious to know how it tastes.
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking what was that Romanesco. Now I know. It looks delicious. I love cauli and broccoli.
ReplyDeleteRoasting cauliflower is the best thing that has happened for cauliflower (smile).
ReplyDeleteAs always, your dish looks wonderful. Beautiful.
Velva
This looks great as always, I love that cauliflower need to be on the lookout for some.
ReplyDeleteHaven't seen any Romanesco sold at nearby supermarkets yet. But it looks so interesting and pretty on the ajvar sauce. This dish makes me think of Christmas. :)
ReplyDeleteI've only had this kind of cauliflower at restaurants...so good! Love the sauce. It looks so very tasty!
ReplyDeleteOooh, this is gorgeous! What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteThat looks so beautiful and delicious. Can't wait to try this out!
ReplyDeleteNooo..this is too gorgeous, Angie! I have seen this vegetable, but had no idea what it was called. Now I know!
ReplyDeleteI love romanesco, it is so good looking!!! Great thing to cook it in one piece and retain its beauty.
ReplyDeleteBaked romanesco !!! Looks delish with Ajvar sauce :)
ReplyDeleteI LOVE whole roasted cauliflower or broccoli, but for some reason I have never tried it with romanesco.. Doh! This looks so fabulous and absolutely beautiful! I've never heard of ajvar before, but it looks delicious! Cheers, Angie and thanks for introducing me to something new! ;)
ReplyDeleteWow, Angie! This romanesco looks absolutely delish and gorgeous. And I have never had this ajar sauce. Need to give it a try!
ReplyDeleteYour timing couldn't be better! romanesco came in my csa and I had no idea what to do with it. It's an interesting looking veggie, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteOK Angie! I know the romanesco, but that sauce I have no clue about. Please spill the beans!
ReplyDeleteRomanesco, ajvar sauce, both are new to me, but the dish looks so tempting and delicious..
ReplyDeleteThis is such a gorgeous recipe Angie! I've never tried a baked Romanesco before, it sounds so delicious. I definitely need to try this!
ReplyDeleteit looks pretty Angie, I have never tried one! :)
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ReplyDeletebonne soirée
Wow that is stunning. I have yet to buy and cook a romanesco myself. Not even sure what Ajvar sauce is ???
ReplyDeleteInteresting combination and look; LOVE ajvar!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds wonderful Angie and it's a beautiful dish too! We haven't tried this sauce but will have to check it out. Have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteIt sure is a gorgeous vegetable! And your recipe sounds wonderful!!!
ReplyDeletewhenever i looked at this cauliflower, it just reminds me of the head of the buddha. This is such a beautiful dish an dim sure it is very tasty too!
ReplyDeleteThis is so new to me. It is so enlightening to know about completely different looking vegetable.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome recipe Angie! I've seen Romanesco in the produce section a couple of times, but didn't know what it was. Nice time I see it I'll be picking one up now that I know. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteA totally new and mind blowing recipe , awesome.
ReplyDeleteA totally new and mind blowing recipe , awesome.
ReplyDeleteThis baked romanesco looks delicious. A really beautiful presentation.
ReplyDelete@Evelyne CulturEatz It's a sauce made with roasted eggplant and chili peppers. I bought them in ALDI.
ReplyDeleteRomanesco is really such a pretty vegetable! I hope I can find one..
ReplyDeleteYOu know I've never tried this before but have seen them in the stores. Your recipe sounds so interesting and it's beautiful. I bet it tastes fantastic!
ReplyDeleteOH MY! Romanesco is simply gorgeous! And you have done an exceptional job with it! Fantastic combo and it looks magnificent Angie!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fab looking dish - it looks like an alien landscape!
ReplyDeleteI've never had romanesco. The presentation is stunning!
ReplyDeleteI just made ajvar sauce myself! Sooo good.
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect vegetable to have both yummy cauliflower and broccoli combined! I have to keep my eyes out for this special vegetable! Beautiful photos, Angie!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI've seen this vegetable before but didn't know what's it called and how to cook this. Now I know. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteAngie, what a great way to cook Romanesco and retain its unique appearance! Looks like something I must try next time I can get my hands on one.
ReplyDeleteDear Angie, That is such a pretty presentation and it looks delicious and healthy too. Have a wonderful day. xoxo Catherine
ReplyDeletewow this is so cool and creative
ReplyDeleteSimply stunning.
ReplyDeleteWow i have seen this but never ate it.
ReplyDeleteHow pretty is this, I've not tried baking a cauliflower before but I really need to give it a try soon!
ReplyDeleteThe post is fantastic! I love it so much:)
ReplyDeleteHave a nice weekend!
www.theprintedsea.blogspot.com
What a strange vegetable!
ReplyDeleteI would love to try this dish.
Thanks so much for sharing!
Julie
Gourmet Getaways
I think Romanesco is one of the most beautiful vegetables that I've seen but I've never had it! I hope one day I'll find it here and be able to try this great recipe. So pretty!
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty presentation your dish makes. I don't know why stores don't carry romanesco. I've never seen it here in Florida or when we lived in New England. I do enjoy it when it is served in restaurants in Europe.
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of cooking this whole Angie! It's different and I like that. I never heard of Ajvar sauce before! Would like to try it.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a gorgeous dish and presentation. Healthy and wonderful for entertaining too. :)
ReplyDeletelooks neat beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteI've never tried Romanesco but I totally love how you are always trying new and exciting ingredients. This looks delicious!!
ReplyDeletewoahhhh the romanesco looks super bizarre! I love how you kept its shape- it looks amazing! At first I thought it was a custard apple or something haha
ReplyDeleteThis unusual vegetable always reminds me of Gaudi's La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona! I know it's strange!
ReplyDeleteThe recipe sounds wonderful, I must give it a try one day.
Eva http://kitcheninspirations.wordpress.com/
Beautiful dish! I have seen recipes using this cauliflower but have not seen it over here before. Looks very interesting!
ReplyDeleteOh wow Angie what a dish and what a fantastic sight it would make on the table. Love it :D
ReplyDeleteAngie this look absolutely beautiful!!
ReplyDeletexoxo
We just enjoyed the whole-roasted cauliflower again yesterday. I definitely like this rendition of whole-roasted roman cauliflower too. Now I am new to ajvar sauce but maybe I can use tomato sauce?
ReplyDelete@tigerfish Sure you can use tomato sauce instead of Ajvar, which is made with roasted eggplant and bell peppers.
ReplyDeleteRomanesco has got to be the coolest looking vegetable ever. I love the idea of cooking it whole...what an impressive dish to look at, and I bet it tastes divine!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful dish! I have seen photo's of Romanesco, but did not know what it was, so thank you for this! If any of my local stores every carry it, I will have to try it.
ReplyDeleteOMG Angie, I have never ever seen something lie this! Its amazing :) you are so talented!
ReplyDeleteWell,
ReplyDeletethat has to be the most intriguing meal I've ever encountered.
In A Good Way!
Brilliant. xx
Picture's worth a thousand words here! And leave it to you, Angie, to expand my culinary horizons by using something I've never heard of, the Anjar sauce. Sounds good with the roasted red peppers!
ReplyDeleteHe visto esta linda verdura la voy a preparar con tu receta me gustó se ve muy elegante servido,abrazos
ReplyDeletewhat a crazy looking veg! This dish looks so good and healthy.
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