Air Fryer Cabbage Steaks

A delightful twist on a classic vegetable, transforming simple cabbage into a crispy, flavorful dish that's easy to prepare and impressively satisfying.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 13

Total Time 28

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Cabbage Steaks

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small head cabbage Cut into steaks
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Sauce

1 cup Specialty Selects marinara sauce
1 link Italian sausage Remove casing before cooking

For Topping

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese To sprinkle on top

Method

Preparation

Preheat your air fryer for 5 minutes at 360°F.
Cut the small head of cabbage into 4 thick steaks and trim a small portion off the ends for stability.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
Brush the oil and spice mixture generously over both sides of the cabbage steaks.

Cooking

Spray the basket of the air fryer with nonstick cooking spray and place the cabbage steaks inside.
Cook the cabbage in the air fryer at 360°F for 8 minutes.
While the cabbage is cooking, prepare the marinara sauce by browning the Italian sausage in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add the marinara sauce to the browned sausage and mix well; allow to heat through.
After 8 minutes, carefully flip each cabbage steak and spoon the sausage and marinara mixture on top.
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and return to the air fryer for another 5 minutes.

Finishing

Check the tenderness of the cabbage and remove from the air fryer. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the cabbage an hour before cooking. Swap sausage for a plant-based option for a vegetarian meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container.