Crispy Cabbage Steaks Garlic (Printer version)

Air-fried cabbage steaks achieve a golden crisp, enhanced by a luscious garlic butter finish for a savory delight.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium green cabbage, outer leaves removed

→ Garlic Butter

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
03 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

→ Seasonings

05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
07 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - ½ teaspoon onion powder

→ Oil

09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Slice the cabbage into 1-inch thick rounds to form steaks. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
03 - In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix well and set aside.
04 - Brush both sides of each cabbage steak with olive oil. Sprinkle both sides evenly with smoked paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and onion powder.
05 - Arrange cabbage steaks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary.
06 - Air fry for 10 minutes at 375°F (190°C).
07 - Flip the cabbage steaks and air fry for an additional 8 minutes until golden and crispy around the edges.
08 - Remove from air fryer and immediately brush hot cabbage steaks with the garlic butter mixture.
09 - Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 28 minutes — just 10 minutes of prep and 18 minutes of cooking.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free — naturally fits a wide range of dietary needs.
  • Minimal ingredients — built from pantry staples like smoked paprika, garlic, and olive oil.
  • Crispy, caramelized edges — the air fryer delivers texture that an oven simply cannot match.
  • Versatile — serve as a side alongside grilled meats or as a satisfying vegetarian main dish.
  • Easy to customize — swap in plant-based butter for a fully vegan version, or add Parmesan for extra richness.
02 -
  • Pat the cabbage completely dry before oiling and seasoning — moisture is the enemy of crispiness in the air fryer.
  • Work in batches if your air fryer basket is small; overcrowding will steam the cabbage rather than crisp it.
  • Apply the garlic butter immediately after cooking while the steaks are still hot so it melts in and infuses every layer.
  • For a vegan version, substitute the unsalted butter with your favorite plant-based butter — it works perfectly.
  • Add grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast over the finished steaks for an extra layer of savory, umami flavor.
  • Pairs beautifully with grilled meats or stands alone as a hearty and satisfying vegetarian main dish.
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