cauliflower steak
Cruciferous center slice
A cauliflower steak is a thick cross-section slice cut from a whole cauliflower head, typically roasted or grilled as a vegetarian main course.
The cut preserves the stem, which holds the florets together in a slab resembling a cut of meat: The menu featured a roasted cauliflower steak with chimichurri.
The term reflects the trend of treating vegetables as centerpiece dishes rather than side items.
- roastedCooked uncovered with heat
- vegetableEdible plant part
- crispyBrittle and snapping
- goldenBright yellow, or precious
- high heatExtreme thermal intensity
sheet pan · crosscut · caramelized · florets · cruciferous · olive oil · plant-based · vegan · low carb · hearty · nutty · charred · seasoned · turmeric · tahini · chimichurri · skillet · cast-iron
- plant-basedplant-based, plant protein, lentils, plant milk, tofu
- grillablesburger, burgers, hot dog, hot dogs, chicken
- fusion foodscronut, cronuts, Korean tacos, cruffin, sushi burritos
- gastropubcraft beer, fish and chips, burger, burgers, sliders
- Meat Alternativesmock meat, seitan, tempeh, tofu, TVP
cauliflower steakribeye
Tender marbled steak cut
T-bone steak · filet mignon · sirloin · New York strip · porterhouse
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