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A top-down view of grilled cabbage steaks arranged on a white ceramic plate, served hot with golden-brown char marks. Optional balsamic glaze drizzled on top adds a rich finish. The cabbage is sliced thick and grilled to perfection, sitting on a clean white marble countertop, making the dish appear fresh, healthy, and inviting. A simple yet flavorful presentation for a wholesome vegetable side dish.

Grilled Cabbage Steaks Recipe

Smoky, caramelized, and irresistibly crispy—these Grilled Cabbage Steaks turn a humble veggie into a flavorful delight. With just five ingredients and an hour or so, enjoy a healthy, satisfying dish!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 92
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cabbage
  • 2 tablespoons light olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Grill or grill pan
  • Basting brush
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
    A clean black grill pan is preheating on a white marble cooktop in preparation for grilling cabbage steaks. The grill pan is empty but evenly heated, creating the ideal surface for crisping and charring vegetables. This step is essential to ensure the cabbage cooks evenly and develops those signature grilled flavors and textures that make this dish so delicious.
  2. Slice the cabbage into thick ¾-inch steaks.
    A sharp knife is slicing a fresh green cabbage into thick ¾-inch steaks on a white cutting board placed over a white marble countertop. The thick cuts ensure the cabbage holds together on the grill. This step sets the base for the recipe, helping the cabbage maintain structure during grilling while allowing the inside to soften and absorb flavors.
  3. Brush both sides with olive oil and minced garlic.
    Cabbage steaks are being brushed generously with light olive oil and freshly minced garlic using a black-handled basting brush. The garlic and oil mixture adds rich flavor and prevents sticking on the grill. Placed on a white cutting board over a white marble counter, this scene captures the crucial flavor-enhancing preparation before grilling the cabbage steaks to perfection.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper.
    Cabbage steaks, already brushed with olive oil and garlic, are being seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper on a white cutting board placed over a white marble surface. Small bowls of salt and pepper are visible, emphasizing the simplicity and freshness of the seasoning. This final prep step is essential for enhancing the natural flavors before grilling.
  5. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side until crispy and charred.
    Cabbage steaks are grilling on a preheated black grill pan, developing beautiful char marks and a crispy exterior while sitting over a clean white marble cooktop. Tongs are used to flip the steaks, ensuring even cooking. The garlic and oil sizzle while the seasoning enhances the smoky aroma, making this a visually appealing and flavorful grilling process.
  6. Remove from the grill and let it rest for a minute.
  7. Optionally, drizzle with balsamic glaze or sprinkle with Parmesan.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!
    Grilled cabbage steaks are drizzled with dark balsamic glaze and optionally sprinkled with grated Parmesan on a white ceramic plate over a white marble countertop. The thick cabbage steaks have visible grill marks and a slight crispness. This final touch adds flavor depth and visual appeal, making the dish perfect to serve hot as a savory and healthy side.