This Roasted Cauliflower with Capers, Raisins, and Breadcrumbs is a flavorful vegetarian side dish featuring golden roasted cauliflower tossed with savory capers, sweet raisins, and crisp breadcrumbs for a deliciously textured finish.
Author:Mari
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:50 minutes
Total Time:1 hour
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
1 Large Head of Cauliflower Cut Into Florets
6 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided
3 Garlic Cloves, Minced
2 Tablespoons Salted Capers, Rinsed & Patted Dry
3/4cup Panko Breadcrumbs
Salt & Pepper To Taste
1/2cup Chicken Broth
2 Anchovies
1/3cup Golden Raisins
1 Tablespoon White Wine Vinegar
3 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley Leaves
Instructions
Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Toss cauliflower: Toss the cauliflower with 3 tablespoons olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Roast cauliflower: Spread the cauliflower onto a large baking sheet, then roast, tossing every so often until the cauliflower is golden brown on the edges, about 45 minutes.
Heat remaining olive oil: While the cauliflower is roasting, heat the remaining olive oil in a small pan over medium heat.
Cook garlic and capers: Add the garlic, capers, and cook until the capers begin to pop, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Brown breadcrumbs: Add the breadcrumbs and continue to cook until they begin to brown, about another 2 to 3 minutes.
Set breadcrumbs aside: Transfer breadcrumbs to a plate and set aside.
Add broth and anchovies: Add the chicken broth and anchovies to the pan and bring to a boil.
Mash anchovies: Use a fork to mash the anchovies.
Add raisins and vinegar: Add the raisins and vinegar and cook until the liquid has been absorbed, about 5 minutes.
Assemble dish: Arrange cauliflower on a platter, then scatter raisins, parsley, and breadcrumbs on top.