Description
A hearty cauliflower steak dish with caramelized edges and a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect roasted in the oven or grilled.
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower (about 2 to 2.5 pounds), sliced into 3/4 to 1-inch thick steaks
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) for roasting, or heat the grill to medium-high for grilling.
- Slice the cauliflower into thick steaks, keeping the core intact so the slices hold together.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup or honey, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and onion powder until fully combined.
- Brush both sides of each cauliflower steak generously with the sauce mixture.
- For roasting, place the steaks on a lined baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- For grilling, place the steaks directly on the grill and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side until nicely charred and tender.
- Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use maple syrup instead of honey to keep the recipe vegan.
- Cut through the core and keep the slices thick so the cauliflower steaks stay intact.
- Fresh cauliflower works best; frozen cauliflower is usually too soft for steak-style slices.
- Add chili flakes for heat or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for brightness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a 375°F (190°C) oven for about 10 minutes for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cauliflower steak
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
