Cauliflower Steak

Cauliflower Steak

David Venable

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower (around 2-2 1/2 lb)
  • 8 oz teriyaki marinade-divided in two
  • 1/3 cup scallions (using the entire scallion, sliced thin)
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 lime (quartered)
  • 2 (1 gallon) kitchen bags

Preparation

Start by washing the head of cauliflower and trimming any leaves off the sides.

Cut the cauliflower into 6 even wedges by cutting in half, through the core, and continue to cut each 1/3 through the core so the wedges stay intact.

Place 3 wedges in each bag and 4 ounces of teriyaki marinade in each bag; allow to marinate for 2 hours.

After the cauliflower has marinated, remove cauliflower wedges from bags, reserve marinade from bags and reserve in a dish; you will be using this to baste, while grilling. Place cauliflower in a deep 12x8 baking dish, cover with paper plates and microwave on high for 15 minutes.

Have a section of the grill that is set to medium-low.

Once the cauliflower is finished, spray each side with nonstick cooking spray or carefully brush some oil on the grill to prevent sticking.

Place cauliflower on grill, baste with a brush, and begin to cook on each side, turning and basting every 2 to 3 minutes until the stems are al dente. Once the wedges are finished, place them on a platter and garnish with sesame seeds, scallions, and lime wedges.

Cook's Notes

Use the grill cover to cook the cauliflower to speed up the process and get some good smoky flavor.