Sweet And Sour Fennel With Currents And Almonds

Name: Sweet And Sour Fennel With Currents And Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large fennel bulbs; 1/4 cup olive oil; sea salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup white wine or water; pinch of saffron threads; 2 tablespoons currents; zest and juice of one lemon; 1/4 cup whole blanched almonds, roasted; 2 tablespoons flat-leafed parsley

Servings: persons

1
Trim off the fennel bulbs and reserve any fronds.
2
Cut the fennel in half through the root, then cut into slim wedges. Trying to keep each piece attached to the root.
3
Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan, and add the fennel.
4
Season and cook (in batches) over a medium heat until crisp and tender and slightly coloured.
5
Add the honey, garlic, wine saffron,currents and lemon zest and juice and bring to the boil.
6
Simmer until the pan juices are reduced and syrupy
7
Season if required. Cool.
8
To Serve:
9
Add the almonds and parsley to the fennel.
10
Transfer to a shallow dish, and pour over the pan juices and scatter with the reserved fennel fronds

212

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large fennel bulbs, 1/4 cup olive oil, sea salt and freshly ground pepper, 2 tablespoons honey, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Sour Fennel With Currents And Almonds falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!