Southern Grill Smoky BBQ Cauliflower Steaks with Warm Bacon-Coleslaw

Allergens

Wheat (if using store-bought BBQ sauce)

Ingredients

• 1 large cauliflower, cut into 1
• inch thick "steaks"
• 2 cups coleslaw mix
• 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (homemade or store
• bought)
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2. Preheat your grill or stovetop griddle to medium high heat.
3. Brush both sides of each cauliflower steak with the BBQ sauce mixture, making sure they are evenly coated.
4. Grill the cauliflower steaks for 5 7 minutes per side, or until tender and slightly charred.
5. While the cauliflower is grilling, cook the bacon in a pan over medium heat until crispy. Add the coleslaw mix to the pan and cook for 2 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly wilted.
6. Remove the cauliflower steaks from the grill and let them rest for a minute before serving.
7. Top each cauliflower steak with the warm bacon coleslaw and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The smoky aroma from the grill infuses the cauliflower steaks with a unique, meaty flavor that pairs perfectly with the tangy BBQ sauce and warm bacon-coleslaw.

Notes

Experiment with different BBQ sauces for a unique twist on this recipe. - Serve with a side of cornbread or garlic mashed potatoes for a complete meal.