Description
Mediterranean-inspired roasted cabbage steaks offer a simple yet elegant vegetable dish packed with herb-infused flavors. Crisp edges and tender centers make this recipe a delightful side that will complement any main course you serve.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cabbage heads (small)
- 3 tbsps (45 mL) olive oil
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Remove tough outer leaves from cabbage and slice vertically through the core, creating two substantial steaks approximately ¾ to 1 inch thick from each half.
- Seasoning: Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over both surfaces of cabbage steaks, ensuring complete coverage. Sprinkle kosher salt, granulated garlic powder, sweet paprika, and optional red pepper flakes across the entire surface for a robust flavor profile.
- Equipment Setup: Position oven rack in middle position and preheat to 400°F (204°C). Cover a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Roasting Technique: Arrange cabbage steaks on prepared baking sheet with space between each slice to promote even roasting. Roast for 22-28 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through to guarantee consistent caramelization and tenderness.
- Doneness Indicator: Confirm perfect cooking when edges turn crispy and golden brown, with the center becoming tender and slightly translucent.
- Serving: Remove from oven and allow 2-3 minutes resting time for flavor settlement. Transfer immediately to serving platter while warm, presenting the roasted cabbage steaks at peak flavor and texture.
Notes
- Slice Carefully: Use a sharp chef’s knife and steady cutting board to create uniform, thick cabbage steaks for even roasting and professional presentation.
- Oil Coverage Matters: Ensure complete olive oil coating to help cabbage caramelize, prevent burning, and enhance overall flavor absorption.
- Spacing is Critical: Leave enough room between cabbage steaks on the baking sheet to allow hot air circulation, preventing steaming and promoting crispy edges.
- Temperature Control: Watch cabbage closely during final 5-10 minutes of roasting to achieve golden-brown edges without burning, as caramelization happens quickly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 108
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 58 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg