Crispy Cauliflower with Capers, Raisins, and Breadcrumbs

By cprzybyl

The secret behind this Sicilian-inspired dish: crunchy homemade breadcrumbs. To make your own, let cubes of ciabatta or another white bread dry out, then buzz them into coarse crumbs in a food processor.

Ingredients

• 1 large head of cauliflower (2 pounds), cut into 2 florets
• 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons salt-packed capers, soaked, rinsed, patted dry
• 3/4 cup fresh coarse breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup low-salt chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)
• 1/3 cup golden raisins
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or Champagne vinegar
• 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

Details

Servings 10
Adapted from bonappetit.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425. Toss cauliflower florets with 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large bowl; season mixture with salt and pepper. Divide cauliflower mixture between 2 large rimmed baking sheets, spreading out in a single layer. Roast, tossing occasionally, until cauliflower is golden and crispy, about 45 minutes. DO AHEAD: Cauliflower can be made 4 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Reheat before using.
Meanwhile, heat remaining 3 Tbsp. olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until just golden, 56 minutes. Add capers and cook until they start to pop, about 3 minutes longer. Add breadcrumbs and toss to coat. Cook, stirring often, until breadcrumbs are golden, 23 minutes; transfer breadcrumb mixture to a plate and set aside.
Add chicken broth and anchovy paste (if using) to same saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add golden raisins and white wine vinegar and cook until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. Do ahead: Breadcrumb and raisin mixtures can be made 2 hours ahead. Rewarm raisin mixture mixture before continuing.
Transfer warm cauliflower to a serving bowl. Scatter raisin mixture over, then toss to distribute evenly. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle cauliflower with breadcrumb mixture and parsley.