Fennel rice with golden raisins

Delight your taste buds with this aromatic Fennel Rice with Golden Raisins. This easy-to-follow recipe features tender white rice, sweet golden raisins, fragrant fennel seeds, and savory sautéed onion and fennel bulb, all cooked to perfection in olive oil for a dish that's both flavorful and comforting. Perfect as a side or a main dish!

  • 04 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 45 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Fennel rice with golden raisins

Fennel rice with golden raisins is a delightful and aromatic dish that brings together the sweetness of raisins, the subtle anise-like flavor of fennel, and the heartiness of white rice. This dish is easy to prepare, making it a perfect side for any meal or a light main course on its own.

Ingredients:

1/3 cup raisins
50g
3 tbsp olive oil
40g
1 cup white rice
180g
1/2 tsp fennel seeds
1g
1 onion
110g
1 bulb fennel
230g
2 cups water
470g

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
- Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- Finely chop the onion.
- Trim the fennel bulb, removing the stalks and tough outer layer. Slice the bulb thinly.
- Measure out and set aside the fennel seeds and raisins.
2. Soak Raisins:
- Place the raisins in a small bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for about 10 minutes to plump up. Drain the water and set the raisins aside.
3. Cook Vegetables:
- Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan or pot over medium heat.
- Add the fennel seeds and cook, stirring frequently, for about 1 minute until they release their fragrance.
- Add the chopped onion and sliced fennel bulb to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and become translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add Rice:
- Once the vegetables are softened, add the drained rice to the pan. Stir well to coat the rice in the oil and combine it with the vegetables. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
5. Add Water and Cook Rice:
- Pour in 2 cups of water. Stir to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
- Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer for about 15-18 minutes until the rice is cooked and the water is fully absorbed.
6. Add Raisins and Finish:
- Once the rice is cooked, turn off the heat. Fluff the rice with a fork.
- Gently fold in the soaked and drained raisins.
- Cover the pan and let it sit for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve:
- After resting, give the rice one final fluff with a fork.
- Serve the fennel rice with golden raisins warm, as a lovely side dish or a light main course.

Tips:

- For an extra layer of flavor, consider toasting the fennel seeds slightly before adding them to the dish.

- Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove any excess starch and results in fluffier rice.

- Chop the fennel bulb and onion into uniformly sized pieces to ensure even cooking.

- Add a bit of salt and pepper to taste when you add the water, for a more balanced flavor.

- For a more distinct flavor profile, you can toast the rice in olive oil for a few minutes before adding water.

Your fennel rice with golden raisins is now ready to be served. The combination of the sweet raisins and the fragrant fennel creates a unique and delicious flavor profile that is sure to impress. Enjoy your aromatic and delectable dish!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size270 grams
Energy
Calories 230kcal12%
Protein
Protein 4.65g3%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 55g15%
Fiber 3.48g9%
Sugar 12g12%
Fat
Fat 11g12%
Saturated 1.58g5%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 27ug3%
Choline 13mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.30mg25%
Vitamin B2 0.06mg5%
Vitamin B3 2.44mg15%
Vitamin B6 0.16mg9%
Vitamin B9 130ug32%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 10mg11%
Vitamin E 0.41mg3%
Vitamin K 36ug31%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 66mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.19mg21%
Iron, Fe 2.71mg25%
Magnesium, Mg 30mg7%
Phosphorus, P 100mg8%
Potassium, K 440mg13%
Selenium, Se 7ug14%
Sodium, Na 40mg3%
Zinc, Zn 0.72mg7%
Water
Water 200g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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