Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

Ingredients

2 heads of cauliflower, about 2 pounds (908 g) each

1 teaspoon kosher salt (5 g)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 cup olive oil (60 ml)

1 teaspoon minced parsley

Instructions

1. Adjust the oven grate to the third lower position. Preheat the oven to 500ºF.
2. Remove the outer green leaves from the cauliflower head and trim the stem.
3. With a large knife, cut the cauliflower in half in the center.
4. Cut 1/2 inch thick steak from each half of cauliflower. If the head is large, carefully cut another steak on each side.
5. Repeat the process with another head of cauliflower. Trim any flowers not associated with the stem. In total there should be from 4 to 8 pieces.
6. Put the cauliflower steaks on a baking sheet.
7. In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika.
8. Sprinkle olive oil on both sides of each cauliflower steak.
9. Sprinkle seasonings evenly with a mixture on both sides of cauliflower steaks, about 1/4 teaspoon per side.
10. Cover the pan firmly with foil and bake for 5 minutes.
11. Remove foil from cauliflower and bake for 10 minutes.
12. Gently turn the cauliflower steak and sauté until golden brown on both sides, about 6-8 minutes.
13. Transfer the cauliflower steaks to a dish and garnish with parsley.

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