Fennel Cooked in the Air Fryer: A Crunchy and Healthy Side Dish
If you’re looking for a delicious way to enjoy fennel in a crunchy and light version, then the air fryer is your best ally in the kitchen.
This recipe transforms fennel into an irresistible side dish that retains its natural flavor and makes it crunchy without adding excess fats. The final result is a healthy and tasty dish, perfect for enriching your meals.
With a few simple steps, you’ll discover how to create a side dish that will win over everyone’s palate in the family.
Follow the recipe and prepare fennel cooked in the air fryer that will be a hit at the table.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients
- 4 fennel bulbs
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste dried oregano
Tools
- Air Fryer
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Steps
Wash the fennel thoroughly under running water, dry them, and with the help of a knife and a cutting board, remove the green top and the base. Remove the outer part, cut them into quarters, and remove the central part of the core. Slice them thickly and place them in a glass bowl.
Add the breadcrumbs, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and dried oregano, and gently mix with a wooden spoon.
Let it rest for about 10 minutes.
Pour the fennel into the basket of the air fryer and cook for about 20 minutes at 356°F (180°C), stirring halfway through cooking.
Our fennel cooked in the air fryer is ready.
Serve hot or warm.
Storage and Tips…
Store in the fridge in an airtight container.
Consume within 2/3 days
If you prefer thin vegetables, you can slice them with a mandoline.
You can replace dried oregano with fresh or omit it.
You can add a handful of grated cheese to the seasoning.
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