Cabbage Steaks are thick slices of green cabbage brushed with olive oil and topped with garlic, butter, salt, and pepper, then roasted until tender with golden, crispy edges. This easy side dish uses just a handful of ingredients and takes about 35 minutes.

Roasting cabbage is one of my favorite ways to cook it because the edges get browned and slightly crispy while the center becomes tender. I keep the seasoning simple with garlic and butter, but you can easily add a little heat if you want it spicy.

Why I Love Cabbage Steaks

Simple ingredients: You only need a handful of everyday ingredients.
Crispy edges: Roasting gives the cabbage delicious golden edges.
Easy side dish: Prep takes just a few minutes.
Budget-friendly: Cabbage is an inexpensive way to add a vegetable to dinner. 💙

About the Ingredients ⭐

Green Cabbage: Choose a small, firm head of cabbage.
Garlic: Fresh garlic adds plenty of flavor. Garlic powder can also be used.
Butter: Adds richness and helps the cabbage brown as it roasts.
Olive Oil: Brush over the cabbage to help the edges crisp.
Salt & Black Pepper: Season to taste.
Red Pepper Flakes: Optional for a little heat.

Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below

How To Make Cabbage Steaks

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Remove the loose outer leaves and slice the cabbage into 1-inch-thick steaks.

Step 2: Arrange the cabbage steaks on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil.

Step 3: Season with salt and pepper, then top each slice with garlic and butter. Add red pepper flakes if desired.

Step 4: Bake for 30 minutes, until the cabbage is tender and the edges are golden brown.

Step 5: Serve hot from the oven.

Tips I Found Helpful 💙

Cut evenly: Slice the cabbage about 1 inch thick so the steaks cook at the same rate.
Keep the core intact: The core helps hold each cabbage steak together while roasting.
Don’t overcrowd the pan: Leave a little space between each slice so the edges can brown.
Brush both sides: Coating both sides with olive oil helps the cabbage roast evenly.
Watch the edges: A little browning is good—that’s where you get lots of flavor. 💙

FAQs About Cabbage Steaks

How do I keep cabbage steaks from falling apart?

Keep part of the core attached to each slice and handle the cabbage gently when turning or serving.

How do I know when cabbage steaks are done?

The cabbage should be tender when pierced with a fork, with golden brown and slightly crispy edges.

How do I store leftover cabbage steaks?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.

How do I reheat cabbage steaks?

Reheat them in a 400°F oven until warmed through. The oven will help bring back some of those crispy edges.

Can I use red cabbage?

Yes, but the flavor and texture will be slightly different. Green cabbage works best for this recipe.

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Yield: 6

Cabbage Steaks

Name: Cabbage Steaks
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Green Cabbage: One small head of green cabbage.; Garlic: 2 cloves of chopped garlic or you can use garlic powder.; Butter: 1 tbsp for each steak.; Olive Oil: For Brushing on each cabbage steak.; Salt and Pepper: lightly sprinkled on each cabbage.; Red Pepper Flakes: This is optional if you would like to add some heat to your dish.

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Cabbage Steaks are thick slices of cabbage roasted with garlic, butter, and olive oil until tender with crispy golden edges.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

Green Cabbage: One small head of green cabbage.
Garlic: 2 cloves of chopped garlic or you can use garlic powder.
Butter: 1 tbsp for each steak.
Olive Oil: For Brushing on each cabbage steak.
Salt and Pepper: lightly sprinkled on each cabbage.
Red Pepper Flakes: This is optional if you would like to add some heat to your dish.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Remove the first couple of leaves from the head of the cabbage.
Using a sharp knife Cut the cabbage into 1-Inch thick slices.
Place the cabbage slices on a baking sheet.
Coat each side of the cabbage with olive oil.
Sprinkle Salt and Pepper on each cabbage steak.
Add chopped garlic or minced garlic to each.
Add 1 tbsp of butter to the top of each slice.
Bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the baked cabbage steaks and eat while hot.

Notes

Keep the core intact when slicing to help the cabbage steaks hold together. Cut the slices about 1 inch thick and leave space between them on the baking sheet for better browning.