Grilled Cauliflower Steaks Recipe

Rating 5.0
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This grilled cauliflower steak is topped with chermoula sauce, a flavorful relish commonly featured in North African cuisine. The fresh and vibrant sauce pairs well with the smokiness of the cauliflower steaks.
Utensils Dinner
Globe African
15
ingredients
9
steps
25
minutes
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
For the Chermoula Sauce
1/2 tsp
coriander seeds
1 tsp
cumin seeds
3
crushed garlic cloves
3/4 cup(s)
fresh parsley, chopped coarsely
3/4 cup(s)
fresh cilantro, chopped coarsely
1/4 tsp
ground turmeric
1 tsp
smoked paprika
1/3 cup(s)
extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup(s)
lemon juice
1 tsp
finely grated lemon zest
1/2 tsp
salt
For the Grilled Cauliflower Steaks
1
batch of chermoula sauce, see above
1
large cauliflower
2 tblsp
avocado or olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste

Directions 9 steps | 25 Minutes

Step 1

Measure and prep all ingredients.

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Step 2

Make the chermoula sauce. In a small skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the coriander and cumin seeds for 2 minutes, or until fragrant.

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Step 3

Use either a mortar and pestle or the bottom of a cast-iron skillet to crush the toasted seeds. Transfer the seeds to the bowl of a food processor.

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Step 4

Add garlic, parsley, cilantro, turmeric, paprika, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest and salt to the bowl of the food processor.

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Step 5

Process until the sauce is smooth. Season to taste with more salt if desired. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

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Step 6

Preheat the grill or a grill pan to medium heat. Remove the outer leaves of the cauliflower.

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Step 7

Chop the cauliflower into 1-1½ inch steaks. Brush the cauliflower with oil on both sides. Season with salt and pepper.

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Step 8

Place the cauliflower steaks on the grill, and grill for 5-7 minutes on each side or until the cauliflower are crisp-tender.

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Step 9

Drizzle the cauliflower steaks with the chermoula sauce and enjoy!

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Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
385
FAT
34.7 g
PROTEIN
6.4 g
CARBS
16.7 g

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Emma C.

Emma

03 Oct 2022

Who knew cauliflower could be so versatile? And that Chermoula sauce looks next-level

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