Rice with Fennel and Golden Raisins

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Rice with Fennel and Golden Raisins
45 min.
4
328kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Rice with Fennel and Golden Raisins! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it an ideal side dish for any occasion.

Imagine the sweet aroma of sautéed onions and fennel wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this dish. The combination of tender fennel, lightly crushed fennel seeds, and plump golden raisins creates a unique flavor profile that is both savory and sweet. Each bite of fluffy long-grain rice is infused with the essence of these ingredients, making it a comforting and satisfying addition to your meal.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves four and packs in a wholesome 328 calories per serving. It’s not just a side dish; it’s a conversation starter at your dinner table. Whether you’re serving it alongside roasted vegetables, grilled tofu, or a fresh salad, this Rice with Fennel and Golden Raisins is sure to impress your family and friends. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • cups fennel bulb chopped (stalks discarded)
  • 0.5 teaspoon fennel seeds crushed
  • 0.3 cup golden raisins 
  • cup rice long-grain white
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • cup onion chopped
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • kitchen towels

Directions

  1. Cook onion and fennel with raisins, fennel seeds, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in oil in a 4-quart heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Add rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  3. Add water and bring to a vigorous boil. Tightly cover and cook over low heat, undisturbed, until water is absorbed, about 22 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Remove lid and put a clean kitchen towel over pan, then replace lid.
  6. Let stand 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts

Calories328kcal
Protein5.68%
Fat29.83%
Carbs64.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.46
Glycemic Load
29.07
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.9530434401139%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.47mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.59mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
8.51mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:328.47kcal
16.42%
Fat:11.02g
16.96%
Saturated Fat:1.61g
10.05%
Carbohydrates:53.63g
17.88%
Net Carbohydrates:50.42g
18.33%
Sugar:10.61g
11.79%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:34.33mg
1.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.73g
9.45%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.57%
Vitamin K:34.27µg
32.64%
Fiber:3.21g
12.85%
Vitamin E:1.84mg
12.25%
Potassium:386.16mg
11.03%
Selenium:7.57µg
10.82%
Copper:0.21mg
10.58%
Vitamin C:8.62mg
10.45%
Phosphorus:101.65mg
10.17%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.22%
Magnesium:29.33mg
7.33%
Vitamin B5:0.64mg
6.36%
Vitamin B3:1.22mg
6.09%
Iron:1.09mg
6.07%
Folate:23.41µg
5.85%
Calcium:56.51mg
5.65%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.79%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.2%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.81%
Vitamin A:59.43IU
1.19%
Source:Epicurious