Like most vegans, we love cauliflower. Cauliflower steaks are always a great addition to any meal! We were thinking of different variations that we could try and we came up with this Indian inspired version. These steaks pack a punch of flavour and are riddled with the colourful flavours of Indian cuisine (our favourite)! We hope you enjoy.

CHILI MASALA CAULI STEAKS

Recipe by plantbasedrelationshipCourse: Dinner, LunchCuisine: Indian

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

These are a great, quick dinner filled with with spices and flavour. It’s a great way to change up your regular cauliflower steaks!

Ingredients

1 head of cauliflower (cut into 1 inch steaks)
3 tbsp of avocado oil
1 tsp of dried chili flakes
1/2 tsp of masala spice
1/2 tsp of curry powder
A generous pinch of salt
A generous pinch of pepper
3 cloves of fresh garlic (minced)
1/4 tsp of fresh ginger (minced)
2 tbsp of green onions (diced)

Directions

Heat a large skillet on medium – medium high heat. When cooking cauli steaks the key is initial high heat to caramelize the outsides!
While your pan heats, grab a large plate or baking dish and pour your avocado oil into the bottom followed by your chili flakes, masala spice, curry powder, garlic, ginger, salt and pepper. Stir to create a deep yellow marinade.
Lay your cauli steaks face down in your marinade to fully coat them. Flip and coat the other side as well.
Add a touch more oil to your pan before you lay down your cauli steaks. This will just help to avoid sticking.
Once your steaks are sizzling in the pan drizzle any excess marinade you have left over on top of the steaks.
Pan fry each side for roughly 8-10 minutes. Without moving them around too much try and keep an eye on the colour making sure they aren’t burning underneath.
Once crispy and cooked to your liking, remove from pan and top with your fresh diced green onions!
Add a touch more salt and pepper. Serve and enjoy! This recipe goes great with some basmati rice and naan bread.