Smoked Cauliflower Steaks Recipe
This Smoked Cauliflower Steaks Recipe introduces a steak-like cauliflower slices brushed with seasoned olive oil and toasted to golden perfection!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 whole head cauliflower
- ⅓ cup Olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried or fresh parsley
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Oven Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, parsley, and salt.
- Prep the cauliflower: Remove the green leaves and trim the stem, keeping the core intact. Slice the cauliflower into 1-inch-thick “steaks.”
- Season: Arrange the slices on the baking sheet and brush both sides with the seasoned oil.
- Bake: Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender with crispy edges.
Smoker Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225–250°F. Use hickory or apple wood for best flavor.
- Prep and season the cauliflower as above.
- Smoke the cauliflower steaks directly on a grill mat or foil-lined tray for 45–60 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Optional finish: For crispier edges, increase the temperature to 375°F for the last 10 minutes.
- Serve warm, with a drizzle of olive oil or sprinkle of herbs.
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Notes
🌟 Pro Tips
- Keep the stem on: It’s what holds the cauliflower steaks together as they cook.
- Don’t flip in the oven: Avoid flipping while browning—this keeps them from breaking and helps them look perfect.
- Cover for tenderness: Foil traps steam early on, giving you tender, melt-in-your-mouth cauliflower.
- Extra flavor: Try adding cumin, curry powder, or BBQ sauce for a smoky-sweet twist.
- Crispy finish: Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for beautifully caramelized edges.
🥦 Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat straight from frozen at 375°F for 10–15 minutes.
- Reheat: For best texture, reheat in the oven or air fryer at 375°F for 5–7 minutes. Avoid microwaving—it softens the edges.
- Meal prep tip: Slice and season ahead, then store raw steaks in a sealed container up to 2 days before cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 193mg | Potassium: 440mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg