Have you ever thought of transforming simple fennel into a crispy, flavorful dish full of character? With this recipe for fennel gratin with couscous, you’ll bring to the table a different vegetarian side dish than usual, perfect to accompany light main courses or to enrich a buffet with an original touch.
The secret of this preparation is in the breadcrumbs: a mouthwatering combination of crispy cous, grated cheese, bread and fresh parsley, which envelops the thinly sliced fennel and turns it into a real crispy treat, without having to fry it. All with a generous dose of extra virgin olive oil and baking that enhances the natural sweetness of fennel and gives the surface an irresistible browning.
Simple ingredients, extraordinary result
In just a few minutes of preparation and about 25 minutes of cooking time, you can bring to the table a dish that conquers in texture and fragrance. The couscous gives a rustic and unexpected touch, while the cheese (whether you choose parmesan, grana or pecorino) gives that savory note that perfectly balances the delicacy of the fennel.
A versatile idea
You can enjoy them fresh out of the oven, with the breadcrumbs still crispy, or prepare them in advance and serve them at room temperature-they will still be delicious. And if you want to make them a unique dish? Add cubes of mozzarella or a few black olives and you’re done!
Try them out yourself!
This is one of those clever recipes to keep on hand at all times, especially when you’re craving something good but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. Save it, share it, experiment with the ingredients — and enjoy every bite!
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