Best 9 Fennel Pita Toasts Recipes

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Are you craving a delightful medley of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than fennel pita toasts, a culinary masterpiece that combines the aromatic essence of fennel with the crispy warmth of pita bread. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create these delectable treats that are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual brunch, a sophisticated dinner party, or a delightful snack to satisfy your cravings. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best fennel pita toast recipe that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

TOASTED PITA TRIANGLES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 bag pita bread
Good olive oil
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cut each pita in half and then each half in triangles and place them in a single layer on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
  • Bake for 10 minutes.

TOMATO-FENNEL SOUP WITH BRIE TOASTS



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The childhood pleasure of tomato soup with a side of grilled cheese had been enshrined in my mind since I'd last had it, decades ago. A tart, bright tomato soup and a crispy sandwich with an oozing interior: no wonder they are an iconic match. This recipe, spiked with fennel and Pernod, is livelier and more sophisticated than your usual tomato soup. It has a more complex flavor, too, with the fennel bulb adding a pronounced sweetness, along with a very gentle licorice flavor brought out by the Pernod. Serve with slim croutons seasoned with fennel seeds and topped with Brie. (Here's a helpful tutorial on how to cut up fennel.)

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

7 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium fennel bulbs, cleaned and thinly sliced, fronds chopped and reserved
1 large onion, halved, peeled and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon chile powder
3 tablespoons Pernod
2 28-ounce packages or cans chopped tomatoes packed in purée (such as Pomì)
1 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon black pepper
6 baguette slices
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
3 ounces Brie, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Melt 6 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add fennel, onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Toss to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low. Partly cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are very tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in garlic and chile powder; cook 1 minute. Stir in Pernod and cook until almost completely evaporated, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour in tomatoes, 1 1/2 cups water and the stock. Bring to a simmer and cook gently, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and the black pepper. Purée soup in batches using a blender or immersion blender until smooth.
  • Transfer soup back to pot over medium heat; simmer until slightly thickened, 5 to 10 minutes more. Scrape down sides and bottom of pot occasionally. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spread bread slices on a large baking sheet. Bake until light golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Toast fennel seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant and lightly colored, 2 to 3 minutes. Melt in remaining 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Adjust oven temperature to broil and position rack 6 inches from heat. Brush toasts with fennel-seed butter and top with Brie. Return to oven and broil until bubbly and golden, 1 to 3 minutes (check every minute or so to see that they are not burning). Ladle soup into bowls and top with a cheese crouton. Garnish with fennel fronds.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 309, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 898 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 1 gram

FENNEL-CRUSTED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CRISP PITA



Fennel-Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Crisp Pita image

Aromatic, slightly sweet fennel seed is the route to savory flavor for this pork tenderloin -- and in no time, too.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 pound pork tenderloin, trimmed
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fennel seed, coarsely chopped
Salt and pepper
4 small pitas (4 inches in diameter)
1 bunch arugula, stems trimmed
1 cup fresh parsley leaves
3 medium carrots, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Coat pork with garlic and fennel seed, then season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, 4 minutes total. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet (reserve skillet) and roast, turning occasionally, until cooked through, 15 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board, tent with foil, and let rest 10 minutes.
  • On a baking sheet, brush tops of pitas with oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake until edges are golden, 8 minutes. Cut into wedges.
  • Divide arugula, parsley, and carrots among 4 plates. Slice pork into rounds and add to salad. Remove any dark garlic bits from skillet, add vinegar and any accumulated juices from board, and swirl to combine. Drizzle sauce on pork and serve with pitas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 3 g

FENNEL PITA TOASTS



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Categories     Bread     Herb     Bake     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
a 6-inch pita loaf (preferably pocketless)
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/8 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • On a cutting board with side of a knife lightly crush fennel seeds. Brush top of pita with oil and sprinkle with crushed fennel and coarse salt. On a baking sheet bake pita in middle of oven until golden and crisp, about 3 minutes.
  • Cut pita into 4 wedges.

CINNAMON PITA TOASTS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pocket pita rounds
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cinnamon

Steps:

  • Cut pita rounds into 6 triangles. Split triangles in half. Brush the rough side of triangles with olive oil. Combine sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon sugar on each triangle.
  • Place on baking sheet. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes in a 350 degree oven until crisp.

PITA TOASTS



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Categories     Bread     Bake     Quick & Easy     Gourmet

Yield Makes 48 Toasts

Number Of Ingredients 3

four 6-inch pita loaves
about 1/4 cup olive oil
coarse salt if desired

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375° F.
  • Halve pitas horizontally to form 8 rounds and lightly brush rough sides with oil. Season pitas with salt and cut each round into 6 wedges.
  • Arrange wedges in one layer on 2 baking sheets and bake in upper and lower thirds of oven, switching position of sheets halfway through baking, 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Cool toasts. Toasts may be made 1 day ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.

PITA BREAD FRENCH TOAST



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For an easy snack, use up any leftover pita bread you have for this sweet twist on French toast.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Bread Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups whole milk
6 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon coarse salt
4 pitas
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, lemon zest, nutmeg, and salt. Cut 4 pitas in half crosswise and place in dish. Soak 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium until foaming. Lift 4 pita halves from egg mixture, letting excess drip off, and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm; repeat with remaining pita halves. Cut into wedges and dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g

GARLIC-HERB PITA TOASTS



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From: "The Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen" by Donna Klein. "Perfect for a party, these crunchy triangles are excellent vehicles for a variety of dips and spreads." "They're also a healthy snack on their own."

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 32 pieces, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (6 inch) pita bread rounds, quartered (fresh or slightly stale, preferably whole wheat)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
2 large fresh garlic cloves, minced
coarse salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Cooks Tip: For the best results, use a baking sheet that is not too dark for this recipe; otherwise, watch the pita bread carefully as it burns easily.
  • Preheat oven to 500°F.
  • Separate each pita quarter into 2 pieces.
  • Arrange in a single layer, rough side up, on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Brush evenly with the oil.
  • In a small bowl, combine the parsley, chives, and garlic.
  • Using your fingers, distribute the herb mixture evenly over the pita quarters.
  • Sprinkle evenly with coarse salt.
  • Bake on the top rack of the oven for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the pita quarters are nicely toasted.

FRIED GARLIC PITA



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I sort of made up this recipe, and it turned out to be pretty good. I was trying to imitate a pita with garlic butter sauce appetizer this one restaurant makes.

Provided by PRINCESSMOLLY08

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Garlic Bread Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
½ tablespoon garlic powder
2 small (4 inch) pita bread rounds, cut in half

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over low heat. Mix in the olive oil, 1/2 the lemon juice, garlic, and garlic powder.
  • Place the pita bread in the skillet, and top with remaining butter and lemon juice. Cook 10 minutes, turning often, until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 117.1 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

  • To elevate the flavor of your fennel pita toasts, use fresh fennel bulbs. Look for firm, white bulbs with feathery green tops.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, you can thinly slice the fennel using a sharp knife. Just be careful to cut evenly so that the fennel cooks evenly.
  • When roasting the fennel, keep an eye on it so that it doesn't burn. The fennel should be tender and slightly caramelized.
  • Feel free to experiment with different toppings for your fennel pita toasts. Some other great options include crumbled feta cheese, chopped walnuts, or a drizzle of honey.
  • These fennel pita toasts are best served immediately after they are made. However, you can also make them ahead of time and reheat them in the oven before serving.

Conclusion:

Fennel pita toasts are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a fancy party. With their unique flavor and beautiful presentation, these toasts are sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give fennel pita toasts a try. You won't be disappointed!

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