From top view, see a gorgeous charred cabbage steak lying at the center of a white plate. A crumble of almond and pecan spilling over it adds a delightful color contrast. Dots of tangy sauce garnished with fresh chopped herbs create a beautiful pattern around it.

Roasted Cabbage Steak with Almond-Pecan Crumble

Name: Roasted Cabbage Steak with Almond-Pecan Crumble
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: medium-sized cabbage, 2 cut into 1 inch steaks; almonds, 1/2 cup chopped; pecans, 1/2 cup chopped; garlic cloves, 4 minced; brown sugar, 1 tablespoon; apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon; olive oil, 1/4 cup; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon; fresh thyme, 1 tablespoon finely chopped; mustard sauce, 1/4 cup for serving; fresh herbs, a handful for garnishing

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 35 minutes

Style American

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: November 24, 2023

Today we are serving a unique twist on the classic Southern American cuisine. This flavorful Roasted Cabbage Steak with Almond-Pecan Crumble brings in a spectrum of flavors - sweetness, tang, crunch and warm spices; all marrying perfectly with our star ingredient - Cabbage. It's truly a perfect dinner for these fair evenings.

Ingredients (for 4)

Medium-sized cabbage - 2 - cut into 1 inch steaks
Almonds - 1/2 cup - chopped
Pecans - 1/2 cup - chopped
Garlic cloves - 4 - minced
Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
Apple cider vinegar - 1 teaspoon
Olive oil - 1/4 cup
Salt - to taste
Black pepper - to taste
Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
Fresh thyme - 1 tablespoon - finely chopped
Mustard sauce - 1/4 cup - for serving
Fresh herbs - a handful - for garnishing

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🔥📝

Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2 - 🥬🧂🖌️

Place the cabbage steaks on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and black pepper, and brush with some mustard sauce.
Step 3 - 🔥😋🍴

Bake the seasoned cabbage in the oven for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
Step 4 - 🍳🌰🥄

In a skillet, heat some olive oil, add the minced garlic, chopped almonds, and pecans. Sauté until they turn slightly browned.
Step 5 - 🧡🔥🥘

To the skillet, add brown sugar, a splash of apple cider vinegar, cayenne pepper, and fresh thyme. Stir until everything is well-mixed, crispy, and thoroughly coated. Adjust the seasonings with extra salt and black pepper if needed.
Step 6 - 🍽️🍃✨

Place the roasted cabbage steaks on a plate, top with the almond-pecan crumble, add extra mustard sauce if necessary, and garnish with fresh herbs to finish.

Additional

This crumble is versatile. Feel free to swap the almonds and pecans with any other nut of your choice. If desired, you can add some heat to the dish by adding a dash of hot sauce in the end. It also pairs amazingly well with a side salad for a complete meal. As a fun activity, kids can help make the crumble!