If you’re looking for a flavorful and easy side dish, these roasted cabbage steaks are just what you need. This baked cabbage steak recipe uses the air fryer to get the perfect crispy edges while keeping the inside tender. It’s a simple way to turn a humble cabbage into a delicious and satisfying dish.
I’m so excited to share this cabbage steak recipe with you. I love how easy it is to make; the air fryer brings out the best flavors. If you’re making it for yourself or a family meal, it’s one of my favorite go-to side dishes that’s healthy and flavorful.
Serve with air-fried popcorn chicken for a savory meal for lunch or dinner. You can also serve it as a side dish for crockpot taco soup, shrimp, or chicken enchiladas casserole together with this colorful pickled radish.
Why You Will Love Cabbage Recipes
- Crispy and Delicious: Air frying these cabbage steaks gives them a perfect crispy outside while staying tender and flavorful inside. You’ll love how simple ingredients can create such a satisfying dish.
- Quick and Easy: With just a few basic ingredients, this recipe comes together fast. In about 30 minutes, a delicious side dish will be ready with minimal prep.
- Great for the Family: Even picky eaters or those who dislike cabbage will enjoy this dish. The tasty, crispy texture is a hit with both kids and adults.
Why Bake Cabbage?
If you’re a true cabbage lover, you know the excitement of discovering new recipes that make it more flavorful and fun. Baking cabbage is a great way to enjoy veggies, especially if you’re like me, a mom with kids who aren’t fans of vegetables. I had to get creative, and that’s how I came up with this delicious cabbage recipe and, soon, a cabbage soup that I know they’ll love.
Is It The Same As Roasted Cabbage Steaks Recipe?
Baked and roasted cabbage steaks are the same thing. Both involve slicing cabbage into thick steaks, seasoning, and cooking until crispy and tender. Whether you say “baked” or “roasted,” the method and results are identical.
How Do I Cut Cabbage For Cabbage Steaks?
Remove any bad outer leaves, then place the cabbage on a cutting board. Cut it down the middle into thick slices, about an inch each. Make sure to keep the core intact so the steaks hold together. If the cabbage is a bit shaky, you can trim the bottom to keep it steady.
How To Make Baked Cabbage Steaks Recipe
Kitchen Gadgets:
- Air Fryer: Use for baking the green cabbage steaks.
- Whisk: Instead of using a spoon, use a whisk to combine all the spices and seasonings. Makes it easier.
- Kitchen Brush: This will season the cabbages before baking them.
Ingredients:
- Cabbage Head: Look for a medium-sized head of cabbage at your local grocery store or farmer’s market. Choose one that feels heavy for its size and has crisp, tightly packed leaves. Red cabbage is also okay.
- Onion Powder: This gluten-free ingredient will add a sweet and savory taste to the cabbage. Use onion flakes to make a homemade one.
- Oil: You can use olive oil or vegetable oil for this recipe.
- Granulated Garlic: Use granulated garlic to add savory flavor to the spice mix. You can also use garlic powder or fresh minced garlic if you do not have one available.
- Salt and Black Pepper: These basic spices will help the overall flavor of the baked cabbages.
- Paprika: For a bit of spice and smoky flavor to the seasoning mixture, add some paprika spice.
*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.
FULL INSTRUCTIONS WITH STEPS FOR MAKING CABBAGE STEAKS IN THE AIR FRYER
First Step: Prepare All Ingredients
Prepare the cabbage by removing any outer leaves and cutting it into about 1-inch thick slices.
Arrange all the spices needed for easy preparation and preheat your air fryer.
Second Step: Spices
Start combining all the spices for seasoning the cabbage slices. Place all the seasonings in a small bowl and mix everything using a whisk.
Third Step: Season And Bake
Once the seasoning mix is ready, brush both sides of the cabbage steaks until they are covered with the spices.
After brushing them with oil seasoning, place the cabbage steaks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes at 400 Fahrenheit or 200 Degrees Celsius. Do not forget to flip the cabbage halfway to cook them evenly on both sides.
Fourth Step: Serve Hot and Enjoy
Once they turn a little brown, they are cooked. Remove from the air fryer and serve hot.
TRICKS AND TIPS FOR THE BEST BAKED CABBAGE RECIPE:
- Cabbage cut: Be sure to slice the cabbage evenly, so they cook at the same rate and get that perfect crisp.
- Do not overcrowd: Leave space between each cabbage steak on the baking tray to ensure they cook evenly and have crispy edges.
- Toppings: Get creative by adding toppings like grated Parmesan or sea salt flakes to help the flavor.
- Oil: Don’t skip the oil. It helps the seasoning stick and ensures the cabbage gets crispy and flavorful.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I Try This Recipe Of Cabbage Steaks With Balsamic Chicken Marinade?
Absolutely. The combination is fantastic. Cabbage has a mild flavor, which means it can soak up any marinade you choose. Since balsamic chicken is one of the most flavorful marinades I’ve ever tasted, you can only imagine how delicious it would be on cabbage.
Can I Make This Recipe Using Cooked Cabbage?
Yes, you can. Whether starting with raw or cooked cabbage, the air fryer will still crisp it up nicely. Just cut the cooked cabbage into thick slices, season it like usual, and pop it in the air fryer. The result should be just as crispy and flavorful as if you started with raw cabbage.
What to Serve With Crispy Roasted Cabbage Steaks?
Cabbage steaks are simple, and you can pair them with any of your favorite fresh salads, like avocado salad, and grilled meats like chicken, pork, and turkey. Serve it with oven baked cauliflower rice or coconut cauliflower rice for a complete and flavorful veggie meal. Check out our rice cauliflower recipes for more pairing options.
If you serve it as a side dish, you can do it with dehydrated cucumbers, dehydrated tomatoes, and dehydrated cranberries for a side dish platter with a mix of salty and sweet flavors.
Grilled stuffed bell peppers can join the table together with this fantastic dish.
Storing leftover baked cabbage steaks is simple. Just place them in airtight containers or wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and store them in the fridge. This keeps them fresh and ready to enjoy later.
Can I Freeze Them?
Yes, you can freeze them. To do this, lay the cabbage steaks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them firm up in the freezer for 1-2 hours. After that, transfer them to resealable freezer bags, and they’ll stay good for 2-3 months.
Reheating Process
To enjoy them again, reheat the cabbage steaks in an oven or air fryer. This will keep the edges crispy and ensure the cabbage stays delicious.
More Healthy Vegetable Recipes
If you want to keep making easy side dishes using your vegetables, try this easy rutabaga fries recipe as the veggie substitute for high-carb french fries. This chicken mu pickled daikon is also one of my favorite side dishes of all time because of its flavor and crunchiness of the radish.
You can try our clear vegetable soup and healthy chicken stir fry for a whole vegetable meal.
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Baked Cabbage Steaks using Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 Cabbage Head
- 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Granulated Garlic
- 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 Lemon
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Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage by removing any outer leaves and cutting it into about 1-inch thick slices. Arrange all the spices needed for easy preparation and preheat your air fryer.
- Start combining all the spices for seasoning the cabbage slices. Place all the seasonings in a small bowl and mix everything using a whisk.
- Once the seasoning mix is ready, brush both sides of the cabbage steaks until they are covered with the spices. After brushing them with oil seasoning, place the cabbage steaks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes at 400 Fahrenheit or 200 Degrees Celsius. Do not forget to flip the cabbage halfway to cook them evenly on both sides.
- Once they turn a little brown, they are cooked. Remove from the air fryer and serve hot.
Notes
- Cabbage cut: Be sure to slice the cabbage evenly, so they cook at the same rate and get that perfect crisp.
- Do not overcrowd: Leave space between each cabbage steak on the baking tray to ensure they cook evenly and have crispy edges.
- Toppings: Get creative by adding toppings like grated Parmesan or sea salt flakes to help the flavor.
- Oil: Don’t skip the oil. It helps the seasoning stick and ensures the cabbage gets crispy and flavorful.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.
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