Description
Crispy Baked Cauliflower Steaks are a flavorful and healthy vegetarian main dish or side, featuring thick-cut cauliflower slices seasoned with a savory blend of spices and roasted to golden perfection. This easy-to-make recipe offers a satisfying plant-based alternative that is both nutritious and delicious, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Steaks
- 1 large head cauliflower
Seasoning Mix
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Garnish
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cauliflower steaks cook evenly and don’t stick.
- Prepare the cauliflower: Trim the outer leaves from the cauliflower and carefully slice it into 1-inch thick steaks, ensuring they hold together for roasting.
- Mix the seasoning: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to create a flavorful oil mixture.
- Season the steaks: Brush both sides of each cauliflower steak generously with the seasoned oil mixture to coat the surface and infuse flavor.
- Bake the cauliflower: Arrange the steaks on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until they become tender and develop a golden color.
- Optional broil for crispiness: For an extra crispy texture, broil the cauliflower steaks on high for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve: Allow the steaks to cool slightly before garnishing with fresh parsley or chives and serving warm.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife or a large serrated knife to slice the cauliflower steaks cleanly.
- If the cauliflower head is small or falls apart easily, use the outer florets for roasting instead of steaks.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste; smoked paprika adds a nice depth but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Serve with a squeeze of lemon or your favorite dipping sauce for added flavor.
- This dish is great as a vegetarian entree or a side dish alongside grains or protein.
