Ingredients
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 head cauliflower
– 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1-Place the cauliflower steaks on the prepared baking sheet.
2-Brush all sides thoroughly with the oil-spice mixture to lock in flavor.
3-For air frying, cook about 15 minutes, flipping halfway; for baking, go for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until the steaks are fork-tender and golden brown.
4-Remove from heat and sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the steaks.
5-Return to the oven or air fryer just until the cheese melts, adding that irresistible gooey finish.
6-Optionally garnish with fresh parsley before serving for a pop of color.
Last Step:
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🌱 Slice cauliflower after halving the head for easier steak preparation.
🔥 Coat entire steak surface thoroughly to achieve a crispy, flavorful crust.
🥦 Omit cheese for a vegan-friendly version of this dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cauliflower steak
- Calories: 209 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 172 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 13 mg