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Cauliflower Steak Sandwiches With Red Pepper Aioli
Cauliflower Steak Sandwiches With Red Pepper Aioli
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Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
35 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
Elevate your vegetarian sandwich with flavorful roasted cauliflower "steaks", tangy aioli, fresh tomatoes, and peppery arugula.
Ingredients:
  • For the aioli:
  • 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup roasted red peppers from a jar, drained and diced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (any kind)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Maras, Aleppo, or other red pepper flakes
  • For the sandwiches:
  • 2 medium or 1 very large head of cauliflower
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 8 slices sourdough bread
  • 2 large tomatoes, thickly sliced
  • 2 handfuls arugula, or other greens of your choice, such as crisp lettuce
Instructions:
  • Preheat the oven to 450ºF and generously oil a rimmed baking sheet with olive oil.
  • Prepare the aioli by blending garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a food processor. Allow the garlic to mellow for 5 minutes. Incorporate roasted peppers and blend until smooth. Mix in mayonnaise and red pepper flakes until the texture is slightly thinner than mayo. Adjust seasoning with more red pepper flakes to taste.
  • Prepare the cauliflower steaks: Begin by trimming a sliver from the stem end without removing the core or leaves. Stand the cauliflower upright and slice it into 1/2-inch thick steaks with a large knife. Aim for at least 4 sturdy slices. Save any loose cauliflower slices for roasting or making cauliflower rice - no scraps go to waste!
  • - Prepare the cauliflower steaks: Brush both sides with oil, season generously with salt and pepper, then lightly sprinkle with paprika. Cover with foil and roast for 10 minutes to steam, then remove foil and continue roasting until golden brown, about 20 minutes. Turn the steaks, sprinkle with more paprika, and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until tender. Total roasting time approximately 30 minutes.
  • Achieve the perfect toast: Preheat your oven to broil. Place bread slices on a baking sheet and generously brush both sides with oil. Broil each side for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown outside and soft inside. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
  • Prepare the sandwiches: Spread aioli on all the slices of bread. Place cauliflower on 4 slices, followed by tomato slices and arugula. Cover with the remaining slices of bread, then cut each sandwich in half before serving.

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