Embark on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with this delectable dish of chickpeas and fennel, harmoniously paired with fluffy rice. Savor the earthy flavors of chickpeas, the aromatic sweetness of fennel, and the nutty goodness of rice, all coming together in a symphony of textures and flavors. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a hearty main course, a flavorful side dish, or a nutritious addition to your favorite salad. Whether you're a vegetarian seeking a protein-packed meal or a meat lover looking for a lighter option, this recipe caters to all dietary preferences. With an easy-to-follow guide and step-by-step instructions, you'll be able to create this delicious dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!
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INSTANT POT FENNEL, CHICKPEA, AND BROWN RICE STEW
This Instant Pot Chickpea and Brown Rice Stew is a complete, balanced meal and is so simple - just add all the ingredients to the Instant Pot and dinner will be waiting for you! Healthy, vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, nut-free, and soy-free.
Provided by Nisha Vora
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Pour the vegetable broth into the Instant Pot. Add the soaked and drained chickpeas, onions, fennel, garlic, whole thyme leaves, broth, brown rice, red pepper flakes, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour the crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce on top of the other ingredients, but do not stir, allowing the tomatoes to sit on top (this prevents the tomatoes from blocking the Instant Pot's heat sensory and burning).
- Secure the lid and set the Pressure Release to Sealing. Select the Pressure Cook setting at high pressure and set the cook time to 12 minutes.
- Once the 12-minute timer has completed and beeps, allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes and then switch the Pressure Release knob from Sealing to Venting to release any remaining steam.
- Open the pot and stir in the greens and lemon juice. Select the Sauté́ setting and cook for 2 to 4 minutes, or until the greens are wilted and the stew has slightly thickened. Season to taste with additional salt and black pepper as needed. Transfer stew to individual bowls and garnish with the chopped parsley and the reserved fennel fronds. Store leftovers in the fridge for up 5 to 6 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 kcal, Carbohydrate 69 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 834 mg, Fiber 17 g, Sugar 17 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FENNEL AND CHICKPEA STEW
Boost your veggie intake with this super flavorful fennel and chickpea stew. Seasoned with Herbes de Provence and just a touch of heat.
Provided by Vicky and Ruth
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet. Sauté the fennel, garlic and onion over medium heat for 15- 20 minutes or until the fennel is soft and caramelized. Season with salt and pepper
- Add the canned tomatoes, Herbes de Provence, Aleppo pepper and water. Bring to a boil, cover and and the reduce heat. Simmer for 15 minutes
- Add the chickpeas, olives and capers (if using) and continue cooking, uncovered, for an additional 5-10 minutes
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 1/2 cups, Calories 254 calories, Sugar 9.5, Sodium 1335, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 1.7, UnsaturatedFat 9.7, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 10.5, Protein 8.1
CHICKPEAS AND FENNEL WITH RICE
Subtle and fresh, this has a gentle but memorable flavour. Contains lots of fibre and vitamin C. It is hearty but not heavy. And it's easy! The cooking time includes the time for soaking rice, so if you do not prepare it this way, you can save some time.
Provided by Elise and family
Categories Beans
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Soak rice in pot for ten minutes in enough water to cover. When ten minutes are up, rinse the rice and add 1 cup fresh water. Cover and bring to a boil, then set on low heat to simmer for 8-9 minutes.
- While rice cooks, chop fennel bulb and put in pan with olive oil. Cook on medium heat until fennel begins to soften.
- Add chopped garlic, chickpeas, salt and pepper.
- When rice is finished cooking, turn off burner under rice and leave, covered, for ten minutes more (makes it fluffy).
- Add garam masala to chickpeas and fennel for remaining five minutes of cooking, while the rice is sitting, and add fresh fennel tops (the feathery parts) near the end of cooking (just to warm them up).
- Serve side by side on big plates, and enjoy!
RICE WITH CHICK PEAS
Steps:
- Drain the soaked chick peas and, in a large pot, combine them with the water and the bay leaf. Bring up to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer covered for about 2 1/2 hours, or until tender. Drain, reserving the cooking water, and discard the bay leaf. There should be 3 cups of liquid, if necessary, add some water to make up the amount.
- Heat a large ovenproof casserole over low heat and cook the salt pork, turning it over occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and add the onion. Cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the yellow pepper, garlic, and bacon and cook for about 8 minutes more, until all the vegetables are softened. Tip the pan to the side and spoon off all but about 2 tablespoons of the fat. Add the rice and stir for about 3 minutes, until it is well coated with the fat and just beginning to brown. Add the salt, pepper, sherry, the reserved 3 cups cooking liquid, and the chick peas.
- Cook partially covered over medium high heat without stirring until most of the liquid has been absorbed and small craters appear in the top of the rice, 20 to 25 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, stir the rice with a fork, and cover tightly. Cook for about 10 minutes more, until the rice is tender. Remove the salt pork and serve.
FENNEL RICE
This is a simple Greek recipe, traditionally served at Lent, that works as a main or side dish. it calls for rice but can also be made with bulgur for a nuttier, heartier flavor.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 1h
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in a deep, lidded skillet or a wide, lidded saucepan. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in fennel, add a generous pinch of salt, and cook, stirring often, until fennel has wilted and softened, about 8 minutes. Stir in rice or bulgur and stir to coat with olive oil.
- Add water, salt, pepper, parsley and dill and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 30 minutes, until rice or bulgur is soft and liquid absorbed. Remove from heat, uncover and place a towel across the top of the pan. Return lid and let sit for 10 minutes. Serve hot, with the remaining olive oil drizzled over the top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 195, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 539 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
CHICKPEA AND FENNEL RATATOUILLE
This ratatouille with chickpeas and fennel is among the best I've ever made. It's a recipe for what you might call A Vegan Day. Being a vegan is not my point, and anyway, it's as easy to create an unhealthy full-time vegan diet as it is to eat brilliantly as a part-time vegan. When fruits and vegetables are at their best, they give you insight into how the vegan thing can work for you, if only for a day. And given a moderate degree of freshness, most conventional vegetables from ordinary supermarkets can be made to taste good when gardens go dormant.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, lunch, main course, side dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Combine all ingredients except oil, chickpeas and herbs in a large roasting pan. Drizzle with oil and toss to combine.
- Transfer to oven and roast, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are lightly browned and tender and some water has been released from the tomatoes to create a sauce, 30 to 40 minutes.
- Add chickpeas, stir and return to oven until beans heat through, 5 to 10 minutes. Add herbs and stir. Taste and adjust seasoning and serve hot, warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 425, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 19 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 901 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams
CHICKPEAS AND RICE
This is a recipe that I got from a vegetarian cookbook and made a few modifications to. We have fallen for this dish and now make it a few times a month. My two year old also loves it. We tried it out on some non-vegetarians and they all loved it.
Provided by jkworth
Categories Rice
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook water, rice, thyme, and bay leaf and set aside.
- Heat olive oil and half of the butter in a skillet and then add chickpeas.
- When chickpeas start to lightly brown (about 5 mins) add parsley and the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add oregano, basil, salt, and pepper and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix rice and chickpeas together until rice is a golden color.
- Mix in remaining butter (cubed) and Parmesan cheese.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling later on.
- Use fresh, seasonal ingredients: This will give your dish the best flavor. If you can, try to buy your ingredients from a local farmer's market or grocery store.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make chickpeas and fennel with rice. Feel free to adjust the ingredients and spices to suit your own taste.
- Make it a complete meal: Serve chickpeas and fennel with rice with a side of yogurt, salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
Chickpeas and fennel with rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast. It's a great way to use up leftover rice, and it's also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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