Fennel Bulbs
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If you've only had raw fennel, prepare to be amazed by the air fryer's transformation. Roasting the bulbs sweetens and softens the fennel, eliminating the licorice-like flavor. This recipe provides the simple steps to achieve perfectly caramelized fennel.
Ingredients
- 1 to 2 fennel bulbs
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Optional: lemon juice after cooking
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Steps
- 01Cut the stalks and fronds off the bulb. Save the fronds for garnish if you want.
- 02Slice the bulb vertically into 1/2-inch thick wedges, keeping the core intact so the wedges hold together.
- 03Toss with oil, salt, and pepper.
- 04Ready for the air fryer.
Raw fennel tastes like licorice. Roasted fennel tastes like caramelized onion with a hint of anise. If you think you don't like fennel, you probably haven't had it roasted. The air fryer softens and sweetens it more than any other cooking method.
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How to Air Fry It
- 01Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 02Trim the stalks off the fennel bulb and slice it vertically into 1/2-inch thick wedges, keeping the core intact.
- 03Toss the wedges with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 04Arrange the fennel wedges in a single layer in the basket.
- 05Cook for 12 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through.
- 06Check for a deep golden-brown caramelization on the edges.
- 07Serve warm.
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Meal Prep
Stores 3 days. Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes. Delicate vegetables that lose texture faster than dense ones.
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