You also need to try these broccoli steaks and cabbage steaks! Full disclosure, these cauliflower steaks are not meant to nor do they resemble a meat-based steak in any way. Cauliflower steak is a certain way to cut cauliflower, and that’s into thick slabs. It also creates a canvas for other spices and flavors to be absorbed into the veggie, much like you would rub or marinate a beef steak. You can also cook a cauliflower steak in many of the same ways you would cook a traditional steak – pan fry to sear, toss it in the oven to finish, or grill it on the bbq. As far as taste goes, cauliflower steaks do not taste like a cut of meat. They are very much still a vegetable – and a delicious way to eat vegetables at that!
Cauliflower: Pick up 2 large heads of cauliflower for this recipe. You’ll cut them into 6 steaks total (plus have some extra little pieces as leftovers) Olive oil: The olive oil is important here because it not only helps the spices stick to your cauliflower, but helps them crisp up in the oven as they roast. Spices: For these cauliflower steaks you’ll make a spice rub with garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika. This spice blend will help move the cauliflower from a plain old veg into a highly craved side dish. Parmesan cheese: The tangy, salty nature of parmesan cheese elevates your steaks to a whole new level. Pine nuts: If you haven’t cooked with pine nuts much, know that they add an incredible warm, nutty flavor when toasted, so are the perfect addition to a roast cauliflower steak. Plus, they keep their crunch when cooked, which add a nice textural change up to this dish. Fresh thyme: You can chop it up or add it as small sprigs to your baking sheet so that the cauliflower picks up some of that freshness. Lemon: Cut a lemon in half and add some fresh citrus to your steaks during the roasting process. It brightens everything up and helps the other flavors sing. Garnish: This is optional, but it’s nice to serve your steaks with some minced parsley as a finishing note for a fresh herby flavor.
Variations to try
Cauliflower is a blank canvas, so you can absolutely make these cauliflower steaks to your liking or your family’s liking. Here are some ideas to get started: Start by cutting the cauliflower head in half. Then cut in half again. You should be able to get 2-4 large “steaks” from each cauliflower. If it’s important to you that the cauliflower steaks remain whole, be very careful when you make the second cut. Have a look and make sure that you’re cutting up the stem.
Golden Turmeric Cauliflower Steaks: Use a combination of ground turmeric, sea salt, chili powder, black pepper, and ground ginger to get a warm and spicy finish on your steaks. Add olive oil, fresh lemon, and cilantro, too! For this variation, follow this recipe for roasted turmeric cauliflower and cut your veg into steaks. Asian-inspired Cauliflower Steaks: In this variation, you’ll add sesame oil, miso paste, chili garlic sauce, and fresh ginger – yum! Follow this recipe for an Asian-inspired whole roast cauliflower just cut your veg into steaks instead. Cheesy Irish Cheddar Cauliflower Steaks: In this version, you’ll use onion powder, paprika, oregano, and Irish cheddar cheese. Follow this recipe for cheesy Irish cheddar cauliflower, only cut your cauliflower into steaks instead of pieces.
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