Clean the cauliflower head. Carefully remove any green leaves surrounding the cauliflower. Using a sewed knife or a sharp chef’s knife, gently slice off the protruding stem of the cauliflower to create a flatter working area surface.
Slice the cauliflower steaks. Place the cauliflower on a cutting board, flat side down. We’ll use a sewed knife to create around 1-inch (2.5 cm) parallel slabs of cauliflower. To create your first slab, place the knife one inch away from the outer edge and place your hand on top of the knife and the cauliflower head, grabbing it firmly. Gently saw back and forth (some florets will likely fall apart, no worries). Continue slicing 1-inch slabs until you have worked your way through the whole cauliflower, always grabbing the top of the remaining cauliflower head with your free hand to keep it together.
Prepare the grill. Brush your grill pan with one tablespoon of olive oil, and carefully place your “steaks” next to each other.
Season. Squeeze the lemon juice on top, followed by the onion or garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook on the stovetop at medium-low heat and fully cover with a lid or the oven baking tray—Cook for 10 minutes.
Turn. With the help of a spatula, turn each of the steaks and gently brush with olive oil and sprinkle salt. Cover again and cook for another 10 minutes.
Serve. Use a spatula to serve the cauliflower as desired, avoiding the florets falling apart.
Air fryer cauliflower steak
Brush the steaks with olive oil and sprinkle your seasoning of choice, as suggested in this recipe, to coat the steaks.Place the cauli steaks in the air fryer basket and cook at 375 ºF (190 ºC) for 15 minutes; then gently flip each steak halfway through, lightly brush with oil, and season again. Keep cooking for another 10 minutes until you desire doneness.
Oven roasted cauliflower steaks
Preheat the oven to 400ºF (204 ºC). Then line a baking sheet and place the steaks, the brush with oil, and season. Bake them for 30 minutes turning them halfway.
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Notes
Storage Smarts: Got some cauliflower steaks left? No worries! Pop 'em in an airtight container and stash them in the fridge. They'll keep their mojo for up to 3 days.Reheating: Ready for Round 2? Grab a grill pan and set it to low-medium heat. Flip those cauliflower steaks around for about 5 minutes, and you're back in Flavor Town.Microwave Option: In a rush? The microwave's got your back. Just remember, the texture might be a tad different, but still delish.