Best 4 Rice With Fennel And Olives Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with this delightful dish of rice with fennel and olives. This flavorful rice dish combines the aromatic essence of fennel with the briny tang of olives, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a medley of textures, from the tender rice grains to the crisp fennel and the plump, juicy olives. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a main course or as a delectable side dish, perfectly complementing grilled meats, fish, or roasted vegetables. With its vibrant colors and enticing aroma, this rice dish is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

In addition to the classic rice with fennel and olives recipe, the article offers a tantalizing array of variations to suit every palate. Experiment with the vibrant flavors of saffron and sun-dried tomatoes in the Spanish-inspired paella, or indulge in the smoky depths of paprika and chorizo in the Portuguese-style rice dish. For a vegetarian delight, try the hearty combination of lentils, vegetables, and aromatic herbs in the hearty lentil and vegetable rice. If you prefer a lighter option, the refreshing lemon and herb rice offers a zesty twist on this classic dish.

No matter your culinary preferences, this article has something for everyone. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the diverse flavors of rice with fennel and olives.

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* Rice with fennel and olives
* Mediterranean cuisine
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* Versatile side dish
* Variations: paella, Portuguese-style rice, lentil and vegetable rice, lemon and herb rice
* Culinary journey
* Diverse flavors

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

RICE WITH FENNEL AND GOLDEN RAISINS



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Provided by Ruth Cousineau

Categories     Rice     Side     Christmas     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Raisin     Fennel     Healthy     Vegan     Christmas Eve     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 large fennel bulb (stalks discarded), chopped (2 cups)
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, lightly crushed
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup medium- or long-grain white rice
2 cups water

Steps:

  • 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. Add rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add water and bring to a vigorous boil. Tightly cover and cook over low heat, undisturbed, until water is absorbed, about 22 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Remove lid and put a clean kitchen towel over pan, then replace lid. Let stand 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

FENNEL RICE



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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

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound fennel (2 medium bulbs), trimmed, cored and diced small
Salt to taste
1 cup long grain rice, such as basmati, rinsed, or coarse bulgur
2 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
Freshly ground pepper

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

RICE WITH FENNEL AND OLIVES



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     side dish

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup long grain rice
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon fennel seed
8 ounces whole red onion or 7 ounces chopped, ready-cut red onion (1 2/3 cups)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pound fennel to yield 1 cup chopped fennel
10 small oil-cured black olives
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine rice, water and fennel seed, and bring to boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer, cooking a total of 17 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Chop whole onion.
  • Heat a medium nonstick skillet until it is very hot, reduce the heat to medium high, add oil and saute onion until it softens and browns.
  • Meanwhile, trim stalks from fennel, remove tough outer layer from bulb and cut fennel into julienne strips. Add to onion as it browns, and continue cooking.
  • Pit the olives; then, add to the onion and fennel and continue cooking until the rice is done.
  • Stir the rice into the onion and fennel, season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 415, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 85 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 397 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams

MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH FENNEL & OLIVES



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Get four of your 5-a-day with our healthy chicken tagine using fennel and olives. Serve with wholewheat couscous

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ lemon
1 tbsp rapeseed oil
1 large onion , finely chopped
1 fennel bulb , halved and thinly sliced, fronds reserved
thumb-sized piece ginger , finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves , chopped
4 skinless chicken thigh fillets, halved and any fat trimmed
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp turmeric
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
400ml hot vegetable stock , made with 2 tsp bouillon powder
2 tomatoes , cut into wedges
6 Kalamata or green olives , pitted and halved
generous handful coriander , chopped, plus extra to serve
70g wholewheat couscous
400g can chickpeas , drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • Squeeze the lemon over a bowl and set the bowl aside. Cut the lemon in two, remove the pith from one half and chop the rind.
  • Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan and fry the onion, fennel, ginger and garlic until soft. Add the chicken and fry for a few mins more until just browned.
  • Add the lemon rind and spices, then pour in the stock. Cover and simmer for 25 mins, then add the tomatoes, olives, coriander and half the lemon juice. Cook for 5 mins more until the fennel and chicken are tender and the sauce reduced.
  • Meanwhile, cook the couscous following pack instructions and stir in the chickpeas. Add more lemon juice to taste, then serve the tagine with the couscous, extra coriander and fennel fronds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 714 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 56 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 20 grams fiber, Protein 56 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a good quality rice. Arborio or Carnaroli rice are both good choices for this recipe.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking. This will help to remove any excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming gummy.
  • Use a flavorful broth. Chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even fish broth can be used in this recipe. The flavor of the broth will be imparted to the rice.
  • Sauté the fennel and olives before adding the rice. This will help to release their flavor and aroma.
  • Add the rice and broth to the sautéed fennel and olives. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the rice is cooked through.
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving. This will add a delicious cheesy flavor and a pop of color.

Conclusion:

This rice with fennel and olives is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The fennel and olives add a unique and flavorful twist to the classic rice dish. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover rice.

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