Description
Golden, caramelized cauliflower steaks with a tangy buffalo glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower (about 1.5–2 lb / 700–900 g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for brushing)
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/3 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter (or vegan butter for dairy-free)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, to round heat)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Optional finishing: crumbled blue cheese or vegan ranch, lemon wedges, extra hot sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
- Trim the cauliflower: Remove leaves and trim the stem slightly, keeping the core intact. Place the head stem-side down and slice vertically into 3/4–1-inch “steaks.” Save loose florets for roasting.
- Arrange steaks on the prepared pan. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Scatter any loose florets around the steaks.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping once halfway, until edges are golden and fork-tender.
- While the cauliflower roasts, make the buffalo glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter with hot sauce and honey/maple syrup (if using), stirring until combined and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust heat/sweetness. Remove from heat.
- Brush the roasted cauliflower steaks generously with the buffalo glaze on both sides. Return to the oven for 5–7 minutes, or broil for 1–2 minutes to caramelize the glaze (watch closely to prevent burning).
- Remove from oven, let rest a minute, then garnish with chopped parsley and crumbled blue cheese or a drizzle of ranch if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra crisp edges, dust steaks lightly with cornstarch before roasting and brush with oil. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg