Healthy Cauliflower Steak with a Garlic, Chili, Lemon Caper Dressing

Healthy Cauliflower Steak with a Garlic, Chili, Lemon Caper Dressing - Easy Meals with Video Recipes by Chef Joel Mielle - RECIPE30

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15 Minute Satisfying Simple Healthy Meat Free Meal

A simple satisfying healthy meal that can be made in minutes. The cauliflower is first caramelised in the pan then braised in vegetable stock. Then topped with a lemon, chili and garlic hot dressing with capers and parsley. Cauliflower is so versatile and came make a great substitute for protein. If you’re looking for something vegan or healthier, then give this recipe a go. It may be healthy, but it’s also delicious.

Any leftover florets can be used for another side dish, you could also use them or why not make cauliflower rice. You will get one perfect steak for each cauliflower, or two reasonable ones, but no more.

Ingredients

1 whole cauliflower (2 steaks)
1 tablespoon of capers
1 chili
2 garlic cloves
the juice of half a lemon
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
¾ cup vegetable stock
salt and pepper
Handful fresh parsley leaves

Steps

Step 1
Cut one or two thick slices of cauliflower from the centre part. Be very careful as it can separate into florets. (Keep the florets for another side dish)
Step 2
In a large frying pan on high medium high heat, pour in 1 tbsp olive oil. Once hot, place the slices of cauliflower and cook for about 3 minutes each side, or until golden brown. Once brown, season with salt and pepper. Add the vegetable stock and cover with a lid. Cook approx. 5 minutes or until tender.
Step 3
Meanwhile, finely chop the garlic and chili. Also chop the parsley and set aside.
Step 4
Once almost cooked add the garlic and chili to the pan juices. Add in half a squeeze of lemon and the capers, mix well.
Step 5
Transfer cauliflower steak to a hot serving plate and return the pan to the heat. Add in a drizzle of olive oil and chopped parsley. Mix well and pour over cauliflower.

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