Description
Crispy Baked Cauliflower Steaks are a delightful and satisfying meatless meal that brings flavor and texture to your plate. Perfect for any occasion, these steaks feature a crispy exterior with a tender interior, making them an excellent choice for dinner parties or easy weeknight meals. Seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and herbs, they offer a mouthwatering taste that elevates the humble cauliflower into a star dish. Serve them on their own or alongside your favorite sauces and sides for a versatile plant-based option everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the outer leaves of the cauliflower and trim the stem slightly while keeping the core intact.
- Cut the cauliflower into 1-inch thick steaks.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush both sides of each steak with the seasoning mixture and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and tender-crisp.
- For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes if desired.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg