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Air Fryer Cauliflower Steak Recipe

Author: Anvita
Combine the goodness of cauliflower, turmeric, garlic and an air fryer, you get these delicious Air Fryer Cauliflower Steaks. Super easy and ready in just 15 minutes. These crispy yet tender bites make an excellent plant based entree. Packed with all the flavors and textures, simply yum!!!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Additional Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings:

5 steaks

Calories:

Equipment

Ingredients

Cauliflower Steak

  • 1 cauliflower head
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced or grated (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

For the plate

Cooking Quinoa in Instant Pot

Instructions

How to Cut Cauliflower Steaks

  • Thoroughly wash the cauliflower.
  • Trim the leaves and the bottom stem of the cauliflower, leaving the core intact. 
  • First cut through the center of the cauliflower head to make sure the florets are intact.
  • Then cut thick, 1 inch slices.
  • Do not throw away the disintegrated florets instead use them to make cauliflower rice or soup.
  • Marination
  • In a bowl toss in the oil, turmeric, paprika, garlic, salt and lime juice. Mix well. Spread the mixture on the steaks and let them sit for an hour if you have the time. If not they are good to go in the fryer too.
  • Air Fryer Instructions
  • Preheat your Air Fryer at 350 degrees F.
  • Layer the steaks in a single layer in the inner basket of the Air Fryer.
  • Air fry them for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F flipping them in between. Time and temperature might slightly vary depending on the Air Fryer brand you are using. 

  • Instant Pot with Air Fryer Lid Instructions
  • After marinating the steaks. Place steaks in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cover the lid and Air Fry them for 15-20 minutes at 350 F. Flip the steaks half way through using a tong and cook until tender and crisp.

Roasting in Oven Instructions

  • Preheat the oven at 400 degrees F
  • Place steaks on a bare or parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F for about 20-15 minutes
  • Instant Pot Quinoa
  • Toss in the quinoa and water in the inner pot.
  • Close the lid and seal the vent.
  • Pressure cook on high for 1 minute.
  • Allow pressure to naturally release
  • Fluff quinoa with a fork.
  • Serve in a bowl
  • Plating
  • Scoop the cooked quinoa on a plate.
  • Arrange the cauliflower steaks above the quinoa or on the side.
  • Drizzle the Tahini.
  • Garnish with cranberries and fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley.

Notes

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