Cauliflower steaks with breadcrumb dukkah

These ‘steaks’ have loads of texture and make the perfect meat-free Monday meal. They also make a great no-fuss side dish.

Serves 4 as a vegetarian main course • Preparation time: 10 minutes • Cooking time: 20 minutes

• 1 large cauliflower, cut into 4 ‘steaks’ • 1 Brie, cut into strips

• 125ml dried breadcrumbs

• 30ml sesame seeds

• 5ml coriander

• 2ml cumin seeds

• a pinch of nutmeg

• 50g mixed roasted nuts, finely chopped • 30ml olive oil

1 Steam or boil the cauliflower until just tender. I cook mine in the microwave like this: place the cauliflower in a mixing bowl, cover with boiling water, place a plate on top and steam on high for 8 minutes.

2 Preheat the grill. Arrange the steamed cauliflower steaks in a single layer on a greased baking tray and place the cheese strips on top.

3 Mix the breadcrumbs, sesame seeds, coriander, cumin, nutmeg and nuts, and sprinkle generously over the cheese. Drizzle the olive oil over and roast until the topping has browned and the cheese has melted. Season lightly with salt and pepper as the nuts and cheese are already salty. Serve hot or at room temperature. >>