Savory Garlic Butter Roasted Cabbage Steaks Recipe
This Savory Garlic Butter Roasted Cabbage Steaks recipe features thick slices of green cabbage roasted to perfection with a rich garlic butter sauce infused with fresh thyme and lemon juice. Crispy on the edges and tender inside, these cabbage steaks make a flavorful, healthy side dish, enhanced optionally with Parmesan cheese and a touch of red pepper flakes for heat. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious vegetable mainstay with aromatic herbs and a buttery finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cabbage Steaks
- 1 large green cabbage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Seasonings & Garnish (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon red‑pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage steaks: Remove outer leaves from the cabbage and slice it into approximately 1-inch-thick steaks. Try to keep the core intact to help the slices hold together during cooking.
- Season the cabbage: Brush both sides of the cabbage steaks with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance natural flavors.
- Make the garlic butter sauce: In a small bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and fresh lemon juice. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful garlic butter blend.
- Roast the cabbage steaks: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the seasoned cabbage steaks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Roast for about 20 minutes until edges are golden brown and cabbage is tender.
- Apply garlic butter and continue roasting: Remove the cabbage from the oven and brush each steak generously with the garlic butter sauce. Optionally sprinkle with red pepper flakes and grated Parmesan cheese. Return to the oven for another 5-7 minutes to melt the butter and cheese and deepen flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Once roasted, transfer the cabbage steaks to a serving plate and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, fresh touch. Serve warm as a savory side or vegetarian main dish.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to slice the cabbage evenly for uniform cooking.
- Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes are optional but add nice layers of flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently to maintain texture.
- For extra crispiness, broil the cabbage steaks for 1-2 minutes at the end of roasting but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Substitute fresh thyme with dried thyme if fresh is not available.
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