Today I want to share with you one of my latest discoveries in the kitchen: fennel au gratin in the air fryer.
This recipe transforms fennel, a seasonal vegetable often underestimated, in a crunchy and irresistible side dish, perfect for accompanying meat or fish dishes, thanks to its ability to balance flavors with a fresh note reminiscent of anise.
The air fryer as a precious ally in the kitchen
The use of the air fryer is a turning point: this tool, which is gaining more and more popularity, cooks food by circulating hot air evenly and from all sides, obtaining results surprisingly similar to frying but with a negligible quantity of oil. This means lighter and healthier dishes, without sacrificing taste and crunchiness.
Preparing these gratin fennels is very simple: cut, season, and let the air fryer do the rest.
This technology, in addition to being extremely practical, proves to be a precious ally for those trying to maintain a balanced diet, offering the possibility of enjoying gratin dishes without the guilt associated with traditional fried foods.
If you don’t have it yet, I’ll leave you the Amazon affiliate link to purchase my air fryerwith a capacity of 2 litres, perfect for a single or a couple.
Find out how to obtain perfect breading
You can play with the breading of your fennel gratin in the air fryer using variations such as panko for a crispier crust oi corn flakes chopped for a super colorful and crunchy effect.
Don’t hesitate to experiment with herbs such as rosemary, sage, thyme, marjoram, oregano, basil and many others. Obviously, green light also for spicessuch as paprika, black pepper, chili flakes, turmeric or real spice blends to add an extra level of flavor.
This flexibility in the choice of ingredients allows you to customize the dish according to personal tastes or the occasion.
The video recipe for fennel gratin in the air fryer
You can find it on my Instagram channel @lennesimoblog