Smoky BBQ Cabbage Steaks
Equipment
- Sharp knife for slicing the cabbage
- Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- Basting brush for applying BBQ sauce
- Mixing bowl for seasonings
- Tongs for flipping steaks
- Grill if making Grilled Cabbage Steaks
Ingredients
- 1 large green cabbage cut into 1-inch thick steaks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce your favorite variety
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese for Parmesan Cabbage Steaks
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional, for Cheesy Cabbage Steaks
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prep the cabbage:
- Remove any damaged outer leaves and slice the cabbage into 1-inch thick steaks or wedges, depending on your preference for Baked Cabbage Steaks or Baked Cabbage Wedges.
Season generously
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Brush both sides of the cabbage steaks with the seasoning mixture.
Roasting method
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Arrange cabbage steaks on a lined baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes, then brush BBQ sauce and honey (or maple syrup) over each steak. Return to the oven for another 5 minutes until caramelized.
Grilling method
- For Cabbage Steaks Grilled, preheat a grill to medium heat. Grill each side for about 5 minutes, brushing with BBQ sauce in the final minutes.
Cheesy variation
- For Cheesy Cabbage Steaks, sprinkle Parmesan and cheddar cheese over the cabbage steaks before the final 5 minutes of cooking.
Serve and garnish
- Remove from the oven or grill, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot!