Crispy Oven-Roasted Cabbage Steaks

1. Prep the Oven and Baking Sheet

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and adjust the rack to the upper middle position. Place a rimmed baking sheet on the rack to heat as the oven preheats.

2. Mix Seasoning

In a small bowl, thoroughly combine 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Cabbage

Cut the green cabbage into quarters through the core. Slice each quarter down into 1-inch thick wedges, ensuring that each wedge retains a portion of the core to hold it together. You should have around 16 wedges in total.

4. Season the Wedges

Take a pastry brush and coat each cabbage wedge all over with vegetable oil. Once oiled, sprinkle the prepared salt, sugar, and pepper mixture evenly over the wedges.

5. Roast the Cabbage

Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from the oven. Arrange the seasoned cabbage wedges in a single layer on the sheet. Return the sheet to the oven and roast for about 25 minutes, or until the wedges are tender and the edges are caramelized and lightly browned.

6. Finish with Vinegar

After removing the cabbage from the oven, immediately drizzle the wedges with balsamic vinegar.