Fennel Cutlets in the Air Fryer: Crispy, Light and Super Easy!: A tasty and light idea for a side dish or a vegetarian main!
We love simple recipes full of flavor, perfect for the whole family! The FENNEL CUTLETS IN THE AIR FRYER are a great alternative to classic meat cutlets, ideal for those who want a lighter yet crispy and irresistible dish. Perfect for a family dinner, a quick lunch or a tasty appetizer, these cutlets will win everyone over with their delicate and comforting flavor. Try them and let us know what you think!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Winter, Winter, Spring
Ingredients
- 2 fennel bulbs (washed and trimmed of tough parts)
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups stale bread (toasted, crackers, or ready-made breadcrumbs)
- to taste parsley
- 1 clove garlic
- to taste salt
- 1 2/3 cups 00 flour (all-purpose flour)
Tools
CHECK OUT ALSO THE CLASSIC OVEN-BAKED FENNEL CUTLETS VERSION WITHOUT FRYING
Steps
Preparing the Fennel
Clean the fennel by removing the tougher outer leaves, wash and slice into pieces about a half centimeter thick (about 1/4 inch).
Blanch the fennel slices in salted boiling water for about 5 minutes, until tender but still firm. Drain and let cool slightly.
Prepare four shallow dishes: one with milk (or a plant-based drink), one with the flour, one with the eggs beaten with salt and pepper, and one with the breadcrumbs ( for a more aromatic option see this HERB BREADCRUMB recipe ) mixed with grated Parmesan and spices.
Dip each fennel slice first in the milk, then in the flour, then in the beaten egg and finally in the breadcrumbs, pressing well so the coating adheres.
Preheat the air fryer to 356°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
Arrange the breaded slices in the air fryer basket without overlapping them.
Lightly spray with extra virgin olive oil to achieve perfect crispness.
Cook at 356°F (180°C) for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through.
Remove and serve hot!
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Storage: Fennel cutlets can be kept in the refrigerator for 2 days in an airtight container. They can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispness.
Variations: For extra flavor, add grated Parmesan or spices like paprika and turmeric to the breadcrumbs.
Serving: They are great as a light main served with a fresh salad or as a side to a meat or fish dish.
Light version: You can replace the egg with low-fat yogurt or a batter of water and flour for a lighter coating.
Fennel Cutlets in the Air Fryer: Crispy, Light and Super Easy!
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