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Cabbage Steaks (Oven, Grill, or Air Fryer)

Cabbage Steaks are an easy, healthy, and super flavorful main or side dish that you can cook in the oven, grill, or air fryer. They are tender inside, and both crispy and golden brown outside, making the perfect meatless meal for busy weekdays.
Course:Dinner, Entree
Cuisine:American
Keywords:air fryer, baking, cabbage steaks, grilling, herbs, lemon, olive oil, seasonings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 steaks
Calories73.1 kcal
Cost $ 0.30 per steak

Equipment

  • 2 Baking sheets
  • 1 oven or air fryer or electric grill
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 brush

Ingredients

  • 2 medium cabbage heads green cabbage, not purple
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil if you prefer
  • Salt to taste I used table salt
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Fresh thyme leaves to garnish the top of the steaks, or you can replace them with another herb of choice such as oregano or Italian seasoning.
  • Lemon wedges to serve with, or if you prefer, lime wedges.

Instructions

  • Cut the stems off the cabbage heads and then cut each one in half, then in half again. You should have 6 flat discs of cabbage that are about ¾ to 1 inch thick from each head (or 4 if your cabbage is small). Place the cabbage steaks on a baking sheet that is lined with parchment paper, allowing some space between each one to even cook.
  • Brush the cabbage with olive oil, coating them thoroughly. Then generously sprinkle the salt, pepper, garlic powder, turmeric, and smoked paprika on the cabbage steaks. Flip the cabbage over and repeat, brushing them with oil and sprinkling the seasonings. Then add a pinch of red pepper flakes to each one (optional).

FOR ROASTED OR BAKED CABBAGE STEAKS:

  • Roast or bake the cabbage steaks at 400°F (or 200° C) for about 25 minutes, until the tops are browned  (with crispy edges) and the center is tender. Serve hot out of the oven. Top the steaks with a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves and a side of lemon wedges.

FOR AIR FRYER CABBAGE STEAKS:

  • Follow steps 1 and 2 above. Then, preheat your air fryer for 5 minutes at 400° F (or 200° C). Place the steaks in one single layer in the basket., without overlapping.  Make sure to not overload it so the hot air can circulate and cook the steaks evenly! You may have to cook your steaks in batches depending on the size of your air fryer basket.
  • Cook them for 6-8 minutes, then flip them using tongs and cook for extra 6-8 minutes, or until soft inside and slightly browned on top. The total cook time will depend on the thickness of the steaks and also on the potency of your air fryer. TIP: Take a look at the steak at the 6-minute mark so their tops don't get burned.

OR FOR GRILLED CABBAGE STEAKS:

  • Follow steps 1 and 2.  Preheat your electric grill to medium-high. Oil the grates! Place cabbage steaks directly on the grill and grill them for 5-6 minutes, then flip them and grill for extra 2-3 minutes, or until tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.

Recipe Notes

HOW TO STORE
  1. Chill uncut cabbage heads in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
  2. Store leftover steaks:
  • In the fridge: in an airtight container for 2-4 days, or freeze them for up to 2 months. 
  • In the freezer: Place these cabbage steaks in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
  • To thaw, place them in the fridge and let them thaw overnight.
  • To reheat, place steaks onto a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil, and spray oil on their tops. Heat them in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 7-10 minutes, or until warm. Their texture will change slightly and they won't be as crispy as when they were first cooked.

Nutrition

Calories: 73.1kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.7g | Protein: 2.1g | Fat: 3.7g | Saturated Fat: 0.6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.6g | Sodium: 28.1mg | Potassium: 281.3mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4.9g | Vitamin A: 312.5IU | Vitamin C: 55.5mg | Calcium: 62.5mg | Iron: 1mg

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