Best 7 Braised Fennel With Tomatoes Thyme Recipes

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Roasted fennel with tomatoes and thyme is a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish that can be ready in just 45 minutes. The fennel has a slightly sweet and anise-like flavor that is complemented by the tangy tomatoes and the fresh thyme. This dish is a great way to use up leftover fennel, and it can also be served as a light vegetarian main course. In this article, you'll find two delicious recipes for roasted fennel with tomatoes and thyme. The first recipe uses fresh fennel, while the second recipe uses frozen fennel. Both recipes are simple to follow and can be easily adapted to your own taste. So whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a flavorful vegetarian main course, these recipes for roasted fennel with tomatoes and thyme are sure to please.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED FENNEL WITH TOMATOES (ITALIAN STYLE)



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Italian style Roasted Fennel with Tomatoes is one of those dishes that can elevate a simple meal to the extraordinary level. The taste of roasted fennel with sweet cherry tomatoes is irresistible. It works perfectly topped on your favorite grilled, fried or baked fish, as well as chicken cutlets, pork or Veal Milanese.

Provided by Edyta

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 bulbs Fennel
2 boxes Cherry Tomatoes (Each is 1 US Dry Pint)
1/3 cup Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Freshly Grounded Black Pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 388 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ROASTED FENNEL WITH TOMATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Core and thinly slice 2 fennel bulbs; chop some of the fronds. Peel the cloves from 1 garlic bulb and toss with the fennel and fronds, 1 quartered lemon, 3 tablespoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon each salt and sugar on a baking sheet. Roast in a 500 degrees F oven until golden, about 20 minutes. Toss in 1 pint grape tomatoes; roast until the tomatoes burst, 7 more minutes.

BRAISED FISH WITH FENNEL AND TOMATO



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Because fish fillets, unlike dense cuts of meat, cook quickly, the braising liquid is infused with flavor first, as in this dish, which blends tomatoes, fennel, garlic, and lemon.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup water
1 medium fennel bulb, halved, cored, and thinly sliced lengthwise
2 medium tomatoes, cored and coarsely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3 to 4 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
4 thin lemon slices (see note, below)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 skinless fillets firm-fleshed fish, such as grouper, halibut, sea bass, or snapper (see note, below)

Steps:

  • Prepare Braising Liquid:Pour the oil, wine, and water into a large (13-inch) skillet, then add the fennel, tomatoes, garlic, and lemon slices. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over moderate heat until the tomatoes begin to fall apart and the fennel softens, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Prepare Braising Liquid:Pour the oil, wine, and water into a large (13-inch) skillet, then add the fennel, tomatoes, garlic, and lemon slices. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over moderate heat until the tomatoes begin to fall apart and the fennel softens, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Braise Fish: Sprinkle both sides of the fish with salt and pepper and arrange fillets in the pan, partially submerging them in the sauce. Cover and simmer until fish is opaque throughout, 6 to 8 minutes (or 8 to 10 for thicker fillets).
  • Serve:Spoon some of the braising sauce into a shallow bowl, then top with fish. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with pepper.

BRAISED FENNEL WITH TOMATOES & THYME



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Make and share this Braised Fennel With Tomatoes & Thyme recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katew

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

600 g baby fennel or 1 large fennel bulb, top and base trimmed
350 g tomatoes, cut into 5 mm slices
4 sprigs fresh thyme
salt and pepper
1 cup chicken stock
1 1/2 cups grated gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Cut fennel long ways into 1 cms thick slices.
  • Place slices in heavy based fry pan.
  • Arrange tomato slices on top.
  • Scatter over thyme sprigs, season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour over chicken stock and bring to boil.
  • Cover with lid or seal with foil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 15 -20 minutes or till fennel is tender.
  • Remove pan from heat, remove lid or foil, sprinkle with cheese.
  • Heat grill to medium high and place pan under grill for 2 minutes till cheese melted and golden.

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS WITH TOMATO AND FENNEL



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Braising lamb shanks makes them meltingly tender. Serve with Polenta for a hearty meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 1 1/2-pound lamb shanks, trimmed
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 large leek, white and light-green parts only, washed well, sliced into 1/4-inch half moons
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 cup dry red wine
2 cups homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock
1 twenty-eight-ounce can peeled whole plum tomatoes, drained
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
2 dried bay leaves
2 medium fennel bulbs, sliced 1/4 inch thick

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Season lamb all over with salt and pepper. Place flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge lamb in flour, turning to coat evenly; shake off excess. Heat oil and butter in an 8-quart Dutch oven or skillet over medium heat. Working in two batches, cook until shanks are well browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer shanks to a large plate; drain off all but 2 tablespoons fat from the skillet.
  • Place skillet over medium heat; add onions and leek, and saute until they are lightly browned, about 6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 4 minutes more. Add red wine; deglaze pan by scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Return shanks to skillet, and add chicken stock, tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil; cover, and place in oven. Braise 2 hours; add fennel, and cook 30 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spatula, transfer shanks and vegetables to a large bowl. Cover; set aside. Using a ladle, skim fat from surface of cooking liquid; cook over medium heat until liquid is thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Return shanks and vegetables to pan; cook until heated through. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper.

FENNEL COMPOTE WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES AND FISH (OR NOT)



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, sauces and gravies, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup good olive oil
1 bulb fennel (or 2 smaller ones), trimmed and chopped
Salt and pepper
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
1 tablespoon minced garlic
6 plum tomatoes, chopped (canned are fine, but drain excess liquid)
1/2 cup big, plump olives, green or black or a combination, preferably unpitted
1/4 cup capers, optional
4 servings cooked fish, optional
1/2 cup chopped parsley leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the fennel and some salt and pepper, and without browning (adjust the heat as necessary), cook it down, stirring occasionally, until it's quite soft, about 20 minutes. Add the thyme and garlic, and cook 1 minute, stirring.
  • Add the tomatoes, olives and capers, raise the heat a bit, and cook until the mixture is saucy, about 15 minutes. Serve as a side dish or top with a portion of cooked fish. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 176, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 425 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

BRAISED FISH WITH FENNEL AND TOMATO



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This type of quick braising is similar to shallow poaching (page 210): An aromatic liquid is first simmered to allow the flavors to deepen, then simmered with fish, which takes on some of its character. Also, as with some poaching methods, the braising liquid becomes the sauce. Match the fish and aromatics wisely so as not to overwhelm one or the other. A fish such as salmon is easy to partner; its pronounced taste won't be flagged by aggressive flavors, such as rosemary or curry powder. Milder-tasting fish, such as grouper, halibut, sea bass, and striped bass, require more subtle companions, like the fennel, tomatoes, and lemon in this recipe. All of these fish are moist and firm-fleshed, ideal for braising.

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup water
1 medium fennel bulb, halved, cored, and thinly sliced lengthwise
2 medium tomatoes, cored and coarsely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3 to 4 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
4 thin lemon rounds
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 skinless fillets firm-fleshed fish, such as grouper, halibut, sea bass, or snapper

Steps:

  • Prepare braising liquid Pour the oil, wine, and water into a large (13-inch) skillet, then add the fennel, tomatoes, garlic, and lemon slices. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over moderate heat until the tomatoes begin to fall apart and the fennel softens, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Braise fish Sprinkle both sides of the fish with salt and pepper and arrange the fillets in the pan, partially submerging them in the sauce. Cover and simmer until the fish is opaque throughout, 6 to 8 minutes (or 8 to 10 for thicker fillets).
  • Serve Spoon some of the braising sauce into a shallow bowl, then top with fish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with pepper.
  • Buy four fillets of the same size (4 to 5 ounces each) so they cook at the same rate. A 1 1/2-inch thickness is ideal, allowing the fillets to cook evenly inside and out. Much thicker and the exterior could toughen before the center has cooked.
  • If the skin on your lemons is not too bitter (check by tasting a washed one), you may want to leave it on; this will help the slices hold their shape. Otherwise, remove the rind before slicing.

Tips:

  • Choose young, tender fennel bulbs with tightly packed layers.
  • Trim the fennel bulbs, removing the tough outer leaves and the feathery tops.
  • Cut the fennel bulbs lengthwise into 1-inch thick wedges.
  • Use a variety of tomatoes, such as cherry tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, or heirloom tomatoes.
  • Fresh thyme sprigs add a delicious flavor to the dish, but you can also use dried thyme if you don't have any fresh herbs on hand.
  • Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the braised fennel with tomatoes and thyme over rice, pasta, or polenta.

Conclusion:

Braised fennel with tomatoes and thyme is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The fennel is tender and slightly sweet, while the tomatoes add a pop of color and acidity. The thyme adds a subtle herbaceous flavor that rounds out the dish. This dish is also very versatile and can be served as a main course or a side dish. If you are looking for a healthy and delicious way to enjoy fennel, this recipe is a great option.

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