FENNEL STEM PICKLES

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These sweet and spicy fennel stem pickles from Beecher's Handmade Cheese founder Kurt Beecher Dammeier can be served on their own as a delicious snack or as a tangy topping to other dishes (like his popular World's Best Mac and Cheese).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon plus 2 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups cider vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon crushed brown mustard seeds
1 teaspoon mild chile powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 1/2 to 2 cups fennel stems, trimmed and sliced crosswise 1/2-inch thick (from 2 large fennel bulbs with stems)
1 English cucumber, quartered lengthwise, then cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together onion, oil, 1 tablespoon salt, and pepper. Spread onion mixture in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet and transfer to oven. Bake until onions are tender and beginning to brown, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature.
  • In a small nonreactive saucepan, mix together vinegar, sugar, and remaining 2 1/2 teaspoons salt; bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in red pepper flakes, mustard seeds, chile powder, garlic powder, Chinese five spice, and turmeric.
  • Place cooled onion mixture, fennel stems, cucumber, jalapeno, and bell pepper in two 1-quart glass jars or one 2-quart glass jar; toss to combine. Pour hot vinegar mixture over vegetables, adding water if necessary to cover. Cover jar and transfer to refrigerator; refrigerate at least 24 hours before serving, and up to 2 weeks.

Sanwalgujjar Gujjar
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These pickles are the perfect snack or side dish. They're also a great way to use up leftover fennel stems.


Alisher Wafadar
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These pickles are a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals. I love adding them to sandwiches, salads, and even tacos!


crazyrarecoleygamerthe1st
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I love the sweet and spicy flavor of these pickles. They're the perfect balance of flavors.


Sal Tartamella
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These pickles are so easy to make, and they taste amazing. I highly recommend them!


James Mwenda
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I've made these pickles several times now, and they're always a hit. They're the perfect addition to any meal.


safa dodo ELhussieni
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I'm always looking for new pickle recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. These pickles are so good!


Pretom Kumar
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These pickles are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. They're packed with nutrients!


Sussy Baka
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I love the crunch of these pickles. They're the perfect texture for a snack or a side dish.


Emi Alshawafi
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These pickles are the perfect addition to any party or potluck. They're always a hit!


Ms Asma
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I wasn't sure how these pickles would turn out, but I'm so glad I tried them. They're so good!


Freefire Lover
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These pickles are a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals. I love adding them to sandwiches and salads.


Lynet Banda
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These pickles are so easy to make. I just threw everything in a jar and let it sit for a few days.


sujeewa Samantha
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I love the sweet and sour flavor of these pickles. They're the perfect snack or side dish.


Joan
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These pickles are a great way to use up leftover fennel stems. I always have a bunch of them in my fridge, and now I know what to do with them!


Mamta Harijan
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I've never had fennel stem pickles before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. They're the perfect addition to my charcuterie board!


MD Jahedul MD Jahedul
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These pickles are so unique and delicious! I love the anise flavor that the fennel stems give them.