Trim leaves from cauliflower heads.

Sprinkle the steaks with pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Lightly dust the cut sides with 1 tablespoon flour.

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Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Swirl in 1 tablespoon oil and add 2 cauliflower steaks.

Cook, flipping once, until nicely browned, about 2 minutes per side.

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Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.

Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and the remaining 2 steaks.

Pour 2 cups broth into the baking dish; cover tightly with foil.

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Bake, flipping the steaks once, until the core of the cauliflower is tender, about 45 minutes.

Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the shallot is lightly browned and tender, about 1 minute.

Whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon flour and 1 cup broth together in a measuring cup or small bowl.

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Add to the skillet; cook, stirring, until thickened and reduced by half, about 4 minutes.

Add lemon zest, lemon juice, capers and the remaining 18 teaspoon salt; simmer for 1 minute.

Remove from heat and swirl in butter.

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Season with more pepper, if desired.

Cover and keep warm.

Transfer the cauliflower to a platter (discard the remaining broth).

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Spoon the sauce over the cauliflower.

Sprinkle with parsley, if desired.

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