Cotechino in the air fryer

Preparing cotechino in the air fryer is really simple and you will soon have a tasty second course perfect for the holidays.

The time for cotechino is approaching and, when the cold begins to be felt, it represents an excellent tasty second course to share or enjoy with the family. If you then opt for the cotechino en crust then you will certainly hit the mark. But do you know that cotechino can be prepared in an air fryer?

After pre-cooking it, simply wrap it in puff pastry and proceed with cooking. From the simplest version, you can make a leap in flavor by adding a layer of potatoes and or spinach . In short, this recipe really lends itself to many variations!

How to prepare the cotechino recipe in the air fryer

1. First, boil the cotechino following the instructions on the package. It usually takes about twenty minutes as it is a pre-cooked product.
2. Once ready, drain it, cut the package and remove it. Remove the skin and let the cotechino cool before proceeding with the recipe.
3. In the meantime, cook the spinach in a pan with a drizzle of oil and a clove of garlic. Once tender, season with salt and remove the garlic.
4. Unroll the puff pastry and spread a layer of spinach. Place the cotechino in the center and wrap it well, sealing the ends.
5. Place it in the air fryer basket , brush it with a little milk and, if desired, decorate the surface with sesame seeds.
6. Cook at 180°C for 20 minutes until the pastry is golden and crunchy. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

If you want, you can enrich the cotechino crust in the air fryer by adding a layer of mashed potatoes in addition to the sautéed spinach. Alternatively, you can try our crusted meatloaf , delicious and perfect for dinner.

Conservation

The crusted meatloaf can be kept for 2-3 days in the refrigerator, but keep in mind that the pastry tends to lose its crunchiness after just a few hours.

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