Roasted Cabbage Steaks
Roasted Cabbage Steaks are crispy on the edges, tender in the middle, and bursting with buttery flavor. It’s the easiest way to turn an inexpensive vegetable into something you’ll crave again and again.
Cabbage Steaks are quick, easy, and very satisfying on their own or as a vegetarian side dish. They’re roasted in the oven until soft and tender with slightly crispy and charred edges.
I love cabbage in just about any way you prepare it, such as my Asian Ramen Noodle Coleslaw, roasted, boiled, and even in Creamy Cabbage Casserole. I grow it in my garden every summer. Therefore, this recipe appears on the menu, especially during the summer months.
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💗 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Inexpensive: Turn a head of cabbage into a delightful side dish.
- Customizable: Get creative and use your favorite seasonings.
- Effortless: So simple to slice, season, and roast.
- Versatile: Works well as both an easy side dish and a main dish.
🛒 Ingredients Needed for Roasted Cabbage Steaks
Baked cabbage steaks are a simple dish that requires only a few ingredients, making them an easy weeknight side dish.
- Cabbage: I prefer using green cabbage for this recipe. I start with a whole head of cabbage and slice it into 3/4- to 1-inch slices, leaving the cabbage intact.
- Oil: Used to crisp the edges and to keep the cabbage from drying out. I use vegetable oil, but olive oil would work as well.
- Seasonings: Simple without being overpowering.
- Butter: Melts over the hot cabbage, allowing it to melt between the layers for a rich touch.
🔀 Recipe Variations
- Spicy: Add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes to the top of each slice before baking.
- Cheesy: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top of each slice during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Bacon: Add some crumbled bacon over the top for flavor.
- Sweet: Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with a few toasted pecans.
🔪 How to Make This Recipe
Roasted cabbage in the oven is a very simple vegetable side dish and can be prepped quickly. Please see the printable recipe card below for more detailed instructions.
Step 1: Preheat your oven. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or foil that has been sprayed with nonstick spray.
Step 2: Prep the Cabbage. Rinse the head of cabbage, then remove the core and some of the outer edges or leaves. Slice into 3/4″ to 1″ slices, leaving it intact.
Step 3: Season. Place cabbage on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Brush to cover the cabbage evenly.
Step 4: Bake. Place cabbage steaks in the oven and bake at 400°F for 40 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the edges are slightly crispy. The cooking times will depend on how thick you cut your slices. Add butter to the top of the hot cabbage.
💭 Pro Tips
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cabbage slices from sticking.
- Completely cover each slice with oil and seasonings so each bite is flavorful.
- If the size of your cabbage is large, you may need two baking sheets or save the other half for another time.
🧺 Storage Tips
Refrigerator: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Place the leftover cabbage in an oven-safe dish and heat at 400°F for 10-15 minutes, or until hot. You can also place leftovers on a microwave-safe dish and reheat for a few seconds in the microwave.
If you like roasted veggies, you should try this recipe for Roasted Vegetables in the Oven. It is also easy and a great side dish for dinner.
❔ Recipe FAQs
Yes, roast them earlier in the day and reheat them before serving.
Cut thick slices and handle gently. Use a wide spatula when adding them to the baking sheet and removing them to keep the outer leaves from falling off.
Check several times throughout the cooking process. The cabbage is done when it is fork-tender, soft, and the edges are a bit crispy. Remove them from the oven a little earlier if you don’t like crispy edges.
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Recipe
Roasted Cabbage Steaks
Ingredients
- 1 Green Cabbage
- oil
- salt & pepper
- garlic powder
- butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper, or foil sprayed with nonstick spray.
- Prep the Cabbage. Rinse the head of cabbage, then remove the core and some of the outer edges or leaves. Slice into 3/4" to 1" slices, leaving it intact.
- Season: Place cabbage on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Brush to cover cabbage evenly.
- Bake. Place cabbage steaks in the oven and bake at 400°F for 40 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the edges are slightly crispy. The cooking times will depend on how thick you cut your slices. Add butter to the top of the hot cabbage.
Notes
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cabbage slices from sticking.
- Completely cover each slice with oil and seasonings so each bite is flavorful.
- If the size of your cabbage is large, you may need two baking sheets, or save the other half for another time.
It’s amazing how roasting cabbage can bring out so many flavors. Thanks for the great recipe!
Such a great, tasty way to enjoy cabbage!
Such a great way to serve cabbage. Total comfort food.
These sound simple to make, yet delicious! 🙂 Can’t wait to try this recipe soon.
Oh wow! You had me at soft, buttery, and crispy edges. The cabbage looks so good and I love how easily it comes together.
These cabbage steaks are the perfect meat free main! They’re so tasty and surprisingly filling!
Such an awesome side!!
I love roast cabbage. It gets so sweet and delicious!!!
These cabbage steaks come out so perfectly and work just as well as a dinner as they do in a pasta dish the next day!
What a great idea! Looking forward to trying this recipe.
I never heard of preparing cabbage this way. I love cabbage and must try this recipe. Thank you!
Ok, I definitely need to try roasted cabbage steaks. It sounds like a simple and delicious meal. I love including cabbage in a meal and having it this way sounds like a perfect option.
What a fabulous idea! I’m definitely going to add this to my side dish rotation. It looks so easy and delicious!
I love roasted cabbage! Thank you for the recipe, it’s great!