Crispy Cabbage Steaks Garlic Butter (Printable)

Crispy air-fried cabbage steaks enhanced with a rich garlic butter finish, perfect for an easy vegetarian dish.

# 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 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

→ Oil

09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# How-To:

01 - Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Slice cabbage into 1-inch thick rounds to form steaks. Pat completely dry with paper towels.
03 - In small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Set aside.
04 - Brush both sides of each cabbage steak generously with olive oil.
05 - Sprinkle both sides of cabbage steaks with smoked paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and onion powder.
06 - Arrange seasoned cabbage steaks in single layer in air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary.
07 - Air fry for 10 minutes, flip steaks, then continue air frying for 8 additional minutes until golden brown and crispy at edges.
08 - Immediately brush hot cabbage steaks with prepared garlic butter mixture.
09 - Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy: Only 10 minutes of prep and 18 minutes of cook time — dinner is on the table in under 30 minutes.
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free: A wholesome dish that fits a wide range of dietary needs without any substitutions.
  • Incredible texture: The air fryer delivers beautifully crispy, caramelized edges while keeping the interior tender.
  • Rich, bold flavor: Smoky paprika and savory garlic butter make every bite deeply satisfying.
  • Versatile: Serve as a side with grilled meats or enjoy as a hearty vegetarian main course.
02 -
  • Pat the cabbage dry: Removing excess moisture is the key to achieving crispy, caramelized edges rather than steamed cabbage.
  • Single layer only: Always arrange steaks in a single layer in the air fryer basket; cook in batches if your air fryer is smaller.
  • Brush garlic butter immediately: Apply the garlic butter as soon as the steaks come out of the air fryer so it melts into every layer while still hot.
  • Make it vegan: Swap unsalted butter for plant-based butter for an equally rich and delicious dairy-free version.
  • Boost the flavor: A sprinkle of grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast just before serving adds an extra layer of savory depth.
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