Cheesy Cauliflower Steak

Gaining popularity on TikTok due to its simplicity and jam-packed flavour, the Cheesy Cauliflower Steak recipe is an innovative way to transform an everyday vegetable into something truly delicious. In this article, we will delve into the secrets behind this viral sensation, explain what makes it so incredibly delicious, and provide you with the coveted recipe that everybody is asking for!

The charm of the Cheesy Cauliflower Steak lies in its true simplicity and bold flavours. By cutting cauliflower into thick “steaks” and cooking them to perfection, this recipe manages to transform the ordinary vegetable into a delightful, hearty dish with a satisfying texture and an explosion of flavours. So, without further ado, let’s have a look at the easy cauliflower recipe!

The Cheesy Cauliflower Recipe

Ingredients:

•  1 large head of cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 220 °C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up.
2. Remove the leaves from the cauliflower head and trim the stem end, ensuring it sits flat on a cutting board. Slice the cauliflower vertically into 2-3 cm thick steaks. You should be able to get a couple of steaks from one head of cauliflower.
3. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
4. Using a pastry brush or your hands, coat both sides of each cauliflower steak with the olive oil mixture.
5. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the cauliflower steaks and cook for about 2–3 minutes per side until they develop a golden-brown sear. This will help enhance the flavours and textures.
6. Transfer the seared cauliflower steaks to the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over each steak.
7. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10–15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the cauliflower is tender.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cauliflower steaks cool slightly before serving.
9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of colour and added freshness.

The Cheesy Cauliflower Steak, born on TikTok and now loved across the globe, has gained viral fame for all the right reasons. With its enticing flavours, perfect texture, and creative use of cauliflower, it has become a sensation that is here to stay. Enjoy it on its own, with sides, or as the side itself – whatever you choose, it’s certain to be an all-around winner!

Also great for AirFrying.

Check out the video below from:  Stella Drivas’s site Hungry Happens.