Cauliflower Steaks Recipe
Gordon Ramsay Cauliflower Steaks transform humble cauliflower into meaty, pan-seared slices seasoned with garlic, herbs, and olive oil. This signature Gordon Ramsay dish delivers a vegetarian main course with crispy edges, tender centers, and rich caramelized flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower
- ⅓ stick butter
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed with the blade of a chef's knife
- ⅓ Cup Almonds flaked, sliced or chopped
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 regular shallots
- 3 tbsp flat-leaf parsley leaves
Green Sauce:
- 2 tbsp mint leaves
- 2 tbsp dill
- 1 tbsp oregano leaves or ½ tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tsp dark brown sugar
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparing the Cauliflower Steaks
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into thick slices or 'steaks.'
- Cook the Cauliflower: In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the bay leaf, crushed garlic, cumin seeds, and shallots. Place the cauliflower steaks in the pan and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Bake: Transfer the cauliflower steaks to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Toast Almonds: In a small pan, toast the almonds over medium heat until golden brown.
Making the Green Sauce
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the mint, dill, oregano, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Season: Season the sauce with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
To Serve
- Place the cauliflower steaks on plates.
- Drizzle with the green sauce and sprinkle toasted almonds and chopped parsley over the top.
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Notes
Slice the cauliflower steaks at least 1 inch thick to ensure they hold together during cooking and develop a proper sear without falling apart.