Ingredients
1 large head Green Cabbage
3.5 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
0.5 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
0.75 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup
- Carefully remove any bruised or outer leaves from your head of cabbage. Rinse the cabbage under cold water and pat it thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel
- Place the cabbage on a cutting board, stem side down. Using a sharp chef's knife, carefully slice the cabbage into 3/4 to 1-inch thick rounds, ensuring the core remains intact for each slice to hold them together
- Lay the sliced cabbage steaks in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Use a second baking sheet if necessary to allow proper browning
- Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the top of each cabbage steak. In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture generously over all the cabbage steaks
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Roast for 20-25 minutes
- Carefully flip each cabbage steak using a spatula. Return them to the oven and continue to roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender, beautifully caramelized, and slightly crispy at the edges with a golden-brown hue
- Remove the roasted cabbage steaks from the oven and serve immediately as a side dish or a satisfying main course
Notes
Choose a firm, dense head of green cabbage for the best texture.
Patting the cabbage thoroughly dry before seasoning is crucial to prevent steaming and encourage caramelization.
Keep a piece of the core intact in each slice (3/4 to 1-inch thick) to hold the cabbage steaks together during roasting.
Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet; proper spacing ensures crispiness instead of sogginess. Use high heat (400°F/200°C) for optimal browning.
Season generously, as cabbage can handle bold flavors.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven (350°F for 10-15 mins) or air fryer (350°F for 5-8 mins) for best results.
Experiment with variations: swap spice blends (e.g., Everything Bagel, Italian, curry), sprinkle with Parmesan or feta after roasting, add fresh herbs (parsley, dill), or serve with a drizzle of balsamic glaze or lemon-tahini dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 4.5 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3.5 g
- Protein: 2.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg