Braised Fennel

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Braised Fennel
45 min.
8
112kcal

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Looking for a simple yet sophisticated vegetarian delight to brighten up your meal?
This Braised Fennel recipe is a fantastic choice! It's naturally gluten-free and dairy-free,
making it suitable for a variety of dietary needs. Imagine tender fennel wedges, infused with
the bright zest of lemon and a hint of pepper, simmered in a delicate broth and wine,
resulting in a truly memorable dish.

This recipe is designed to serve 8 people, making it perfect for a cozy gathering or a
delightful addition to your antipasti spread. And the best part? It's ready in just 45 minutes!
It boasts only 112 calories per serving. Whether you're looking for a light starter, a
satisfying snack, or a palate-pleasing appetizer, this braised fennel is sure to impress.

The gentle braising process coaxes out the subtle sweetness of the fennel while mellowing its
licorice notes, creating a beautiful balance of flavors. Feel free to prepare it ahead of time
– it's equally delicious served warm or at room temperature. Get ready to enjoy a burst of
freshness with every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon peppercorns whole black
  • small fennel bulbs trimmed halved cut into 1/2-inch wedges (leaves reserved)
  •  juice of lemon cut into 1 1/2-inch strips
  • 1.3 teaspoons kosher salt 
  • cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1.5 cups white wine 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Place the fennel in a large saucepan. Thinly slice the zest into matchstick-size strips and scatter them over the fennel.
  2. Add the lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of the salt, the peppercorns, coriander (if using), wine, and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the fennel is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat. (You can cook the fennel ahead of time for 10 to 15 minutes. Set aside at room temperature for up to 4 hours. Warm over medium heat for 5 minutes.)Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fennel and lemon zest to a platter.
  4. Sprinkle with the remaining salt and the reserved leaves.
  5. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories112kcal
Protein20.16%
Fat10.6%
Carbs69.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.5
Glycemic Load
3.53
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.408260946688%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.03mg
Catechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
0.25mg
Eriodictyol
2.08mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:111.7kcal
5.59%
Fat:1.08g
1.66%
Saturated Fat:0.37g
2.34%
Carbohydrates:15.83g
5.28%
Net Carbohydrates:10.31g
3.75%
Sugar:7.58g
8.42%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:492.36mg
21.41%
Alcohol:4.64g
100%
Alcohol %:1.71%
100%
Protein:4.61g
9.22%
Vitamin K:110.84µg
105.57%
Vitamin C:22.51mg
27.29%
Potassium:867.59mg
24.79%
Fiber:5.52g
22.09%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.22%
Vitamin B3:2.8mg
13.97%
Phosphorus:131.98mg
13.2%
Folate:48.63µg
12.16%
Calcium:96.43mg
9.64%
Iron:1.68mg
9.35%
Copper:0.18mg
9.12%
Magnesium:36.22mg
9.05%
Vitamin E:1.03mg
6.84%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.97%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.85%
Vitamin A:236.9IU
4.74%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.36%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.53%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.97%
Selenium:1.29µg
1.85%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.4%
Source:My Recipes