BRAISED CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPERS & TOASTED BREAD CRUMBS
Make and share this Braised Cauliflower With Capers & Toasted Bread Crumbs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by susie cooks
Categories Cauliflower
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toasting the bread crumbs: Heat the oven to 325 degrees. Spread the bread crumbs in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake, stirring once or twice with a pancake turner, until the crumbs are the color of pale toast and lightly crunchy, about 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Trimming the cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into florets, discarding the thick core. Cut into individual florets that are about 1 1/2 inches long and just about as wide. You want them small, but not trimmed so much that they are falling apart.
- Browning the cauliflower: Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet (12-inch) over medium-high heat. When hot, add the florets and saute, turning frequently, until they are speckled allover with nice bits of brown, about 8 minutes total. Add the capers, stir to dis- tribute, and cook for another minute.
- The braise: Pour in the stock or water, season with salt and pepper (go easy on the salt because of the capers), cover tightly, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently until the cauliflower is tender enough to be easily pierced with the tip of a knife, 15 to 20 minutes. If the liquid threatens to dry up at any point, add a splash of water.
- The finish: When the cauliflower is tender, remove the lid and boil away any remain- ing liquid, shaking the pan so the cauliflower doesn't stick. Add a squeeze of lemon, and taste for salt and pepper. Stir in the bread crumbs and serve immediately.
- Variation: Penne with Braised Cauliflower & Capers.
- Turn this cauliflower into a meal by boiling up 3/4 pound of short tube-shaped pasta, such as penne, fusilli, or gemelli. When the pasta is al dente, drain it, reserving about 1 cup of the cooking water. In Step 14, don't boil away any remaining liquid. Add the pasta to the cauliflower before adding the bread crumbs, and add enough reserved pasta cooking water to moisten the dish. Drizzle with a bit of extra-virgin olive oil, stir in the bread crumbs, and taste for salt and pepper. A small handful of chopped flat-leaf parsley and some freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese are good finishing touches.
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nahkeishar johns
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and doesn't take a lot of time. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the capers and toasted bread crumbs add a nice touch of flavor.
Daud Sikandar
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I especially liked the crispy bread crumbs on top. It was a great way to enjoy cauliflow
Christ mark
[email protected]This dish was a great way to use up some leftover cauliflower. I braised it for a little longer than the recipe called for, and it turned out perfectly tender. The capers and toasted bread crumbs added a nice salty and crunchy contrast. I served it o
Ali Amad
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian dishes to try, and this one did not disappoint! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I especially liked the capers and toasted bread crumbs. They added a nice salty and crunchy contra
Samantha Powles
[email protected]This dish was a big hit with my family! The cauliflower was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I especially loved the crispy bread crumbs on top. It was the perfect finishing touch.
Emmanuel Chinanti
[email protected]I was looking for a new way to cook cauliflower and I found this recipe. It was easy to make and the cauliflower turned out great! The capers and toasted bread crumbs added a nice salty and crunchy contrast. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mohamad Rasafian
[email protected]This dish is a great vegetarian option for a main course. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the capers and toasted bread crumbs add a nice touch of flavor. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and satisfying
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[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I especially liked the crispy bread crumbs on top. It was a great way to enjoy cauliflower.
Thilina Panduka
[email protected]This dish was a great way to use up some leftover cauliflower. The braising process made the cauliflower very tender, and the capers and toasted bread crumbs added a nice flavor boost. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Hyjuplum
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook cauliflower, and this recipe did not disappoint! The braising process really brought out the flavor of the cauliflower, and the capers and toasted bread crumbs added a nice salty and crunchy contrast. I highly
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[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the cauliflower, capers, and toasted bread crumbs. I'll definitely be making this again for future gatherings.
Talha Mirza
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and doesn't take a lot of time. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the capers and toasted bread crumbs add a nice touch of flavor.
David Mani
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The cauliflower was perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Marwa Hadjr
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower, but this dish changed my mind! The braising process really brought out the natural sweetness of the cauliflower, and the capers and toasted bread crumbs added a nice savory touch. I'll definitely be making this a
Faisal Abdullah
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The cauliflower was so tender and the sauce was flavorful. I especially loved the crispy bread crumbs on top. It was the perfect finishing touch.
Kohinoor Rymond
[email protected]This braised cauliflower dish was an absolute delight! The cauliflower was cooked to perfection, tender and flavorful, while the caper and toasted bread crumb topping added a wonderful salty and crunchy contrast. I highly recommend this recipe to any