Crispy fennel gratin, is a truly amazing side dish! Besides being delicious, it is also visually appealing as they join together while cooking, creating a puff pastry effect.
These oven-baked fennel gratins can be prepared in both an air fryer and a traditional oven.
The combination of the natural sweetness of the fennel and the crispiness of the gratin creates a pleasant contrast for the palate, while the parmesan adds a savory note that enhances the overall flavor.
The texture of the baked fennel is particularly inviting: after cooking, it becomes tender and soft. The surface, thanks to the combination of breadcrumbs and parmesan, forms a golden crust that adds a crunchy and tasty touch.
The gratin fennel is one of those versatile oven or air fryer side dishes that can be served both at daily meals and at more important occasions.
The crispy oven-baked fennel can be served hot, maintaining their crunchiness, or at room temperature preserving their flavor.
Let’s see how to cook baked fennel gratin
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Electric oven, Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, and Spring
Ingredients for Preparing Crispy Fennel Gratin
- 2 fennel
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- to taste fine salt
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- 1 Baking Tray
- 1 Baking Tray
- Parchment Paper
- Oil Sprayer
- 1 Air Fryer
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Knife
Steps for Preparing Crispy Fennel Gratin
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Start by washing the fennel under running water and removing the outer leaves.
On a cutting board slice, with a knife, the fennel first in half and then into slices not too thick, about 1/4 inch.
Line a baking tray or an air fryer baking tray with parchment paper completely covered with grated parmesan cheese, this will act as a binder between them
Place the fennel slices on top, side by side
Season the fennel with a spray of extra virgin olive oil using an oil sprayer, and sprinkle with the remaining parmesan and breadcrumbs.
Bake in a traditional oven at 392°F for about 20 minutes, turning on the grill and placing the tray on the top rack for the last 5 minutes, or to have gratin fennel in an air fryer at 392°F for about 10 minutes, until golden.
Once cooked, the crispy fennel gratins are ready to be enjoyed!
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Storage and Tips
The crispy fennel gratins can be stored in the fridge for two to three days in an airtight container.
Before consuming, I recommend heating them in the oven at 302°F for 10 minutes to restore some of the crunchiness or in the air fryer for 3 minutes at 392°F
Choose organic fennel or buy them at local farmers’ markets
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I use a different type of cheese other than parmesan?
Sure! You can try grana padano, pecorino for a stronger flavor
