How do I cut the cauliflower for steaks?

Wash the cauliflower and carefully cut it into thick steaks, saving any remaining florets for other dishes or juicing.

What ingredients are in the spicy lime marinade?

The marinade for the cauliflower steaks combines olive oil, lime zest and juice, finely grated garlic, agave nectar, smoked paprika, cumin, and salt.

How long should I cook the cauliflower steaks?

Fry the cauliflower steaks in medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes on each side until they turn softer and achieve a nice golden color.

What is the raw vegan chimichurri made of?

The raw vegan chimichurri sauce is a blend of parsley, cilantro, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

Can I prepare the chimichurri sauce ahead of time?

Yes, you can blend all the chimichurri ingredients in a food processor for 15-20 seconds and store it until you are ready to serve it with the freshly cooked cauliflower steaks.

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Spicy Lime Cauliflower Steaks
[Vegan]

NY By: Natalie Yonan

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Natalie Yonan is a raw chef and recipe developer and the blogger behind Happy Health... Read More

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Golden pan-fried spicy lime cauliflower steaks, garnished with fresh cilantro and served with a vibrant green raw vegan chimichurri sauce and lime wedges on a plate.

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Spicy Lime Cauliflower Steaks [Vegan]

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Since cauliflower steaks essentially absorb any flavor you cook them in, they can be made in countless different ways! In this particular recipe, they are seasoned with lime, paprika, cumin, and agave nectar for a touch of sweetness. Simple, quick, and extremely flavorful!

Ingredients You Need for Spicy Lime Cauliflower Steaks [Vegan]

For the Spicy Lime Cauliflower Steaks:

1 large head of cauliflower
1/4 cup olive oil
2 limes, zest and juice
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
1 teaspoon agave nectar
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves
Lime wedges, to serve

For the Raw Vegan Chimichurri:

1/2 cup parsley leaves
1/2 cup cilantro leaves
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

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How to Prepare Spicy Lime Cauliflower Steaks [Vegan]

Start by washing and cutting the cauliflower into thick steaks, the remaining florets can be saved and used for another dish or juicing.
Mix all ingredients, except the cilantro, in a small mixing bowl, brush the cauliflower steaks, and then use the remaining sauce in the pan.
Fry the steaks in medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes on each side. The steaks are ready when the cauliflower steaks turn softer and have a nice golden color.
Serve with some freshly squeezed lime and cilantro.
To eat the steaks with some raw vegan chimichurri sauce, all you need to do is blend all the ingredients in a food processor and pulse for 15-20 seconds.

Notes

Final cooking time will depend on how thick you cut the steaks and on the heat level. The original recipe of the cauliflower steak is adapted from The Kitchn. The chimichurri recipe was adapted from Tastes Lovely.