This recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying vegan main dish featuring charred and roasted cauliflower steaks with a spicy chipotle glaze, served alongside seasoned chickpeas and a fresh herb dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower
- Olive oil
- 2 tsp chipotle paste
- 1 tbsp tomato purée
- 4 tsp red wine vinegar
- 1 x 400g tin of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 handful each of fresh coriander and parsley, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- 200g vegan yoghurt (oat-based recommended)
- 4 slices of crusty bread (or gluten-free alternative)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Prepare the cauliflower:
- Cut two 2cm thick steaks from the cauliflower head
- Char the cauliflower:
- Cook steaks in a hot oiled pan for 3-4 minutes per side
- Prepare the chipotle glaze:
- Mix chipotle paste, tomato purée, olive oil, salt, and vinegar
- Roast the cauliflower and chickpeas:
- Brush steaks with glaze and mix remaining with chickpeas
- Bake at 180°C fan for 15-20 minutes
- Make the herb dressing:
- Combine herbs, garlic, vinegar, and olive oil
- Serve:
- Plate yoghurt, top with cauliflower, chickpeas, and herb dressing
This Spicy Chipotle Cauliflower Steak recipe is a delicious way to enjoy a plant-based meal that’s both hearty and flavorful. The combination of charred cauliflower, spicy chipotle glaze, and fresh herb dressing creates a perfect balance of textures and tastes. Don’t hesitate to try this recipe – it’s a fantastic way to elevate humble cauliflower into a restaurant-worthy main dish!