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Buffalo Cauliflower Steak Recipe

Buffalo Cauliflower Steak Recipe for Spicy Vegan Delights

Try this Buffalo Cauliflower Steak Recipe for a spicy and healthy vegan alternative that impresses at gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 steaks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Steaks
  • 1 head Cauliflower Choose a large, fresh head for best results.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can swap with another mild vegetable oil.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Essential for flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh minced garlic.
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Buffalo Sauce
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce Opt for vegan or homemade.
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Butter Can be replaced with another plant-based fat.
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice is a possible substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup Optional for sweetness.
For Garnish and Sides
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or Chives For garnish.
  • 1 cup Celery Sticks Accompaniment.
  • 1 cup Carrot Sticks Accompaniment.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Brush

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse and pat dry the cauliflower, then slice into 1 to 1½ inch thick steaks.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment and arrange the cauliflower steaks.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and coat cauliflower.
  5. Roast cauliflower steaks in the oven for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Prepare the buffalo sauce by combining buffalo sauce, melted vegan butter, apple cider vinegar, and optional maple syrup in a saucepan.
  7. Brush the roasted cauliflower steaks with the prepared buffalo sauce and return to the oven for an additional 5–10 minutes.
  8. Garnish with parsley or chives and serve alongside celery and carrot sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Watch the oven to prevent burning and ensure cauliflower steaks are cut thick enough.

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