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 May 2025
- Cook time 45 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
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:
Instructions:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Size | 270 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 230kcal | 12% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 4.65g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 55g | 15% |
| Fiber 3.48g | 9% |
| Sugar 12g | 12% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 11g | 12% |
| Saturated 1.58g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 27ug | 3% |
| Choline 13mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.30mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 2.44mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 0.16mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B9 130ug | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 10mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E 0.41mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K 36ug | 31% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 66mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.19mg | 21% |
| Iron, Fe 2.71mg | 25% |
| Magnesium, Mg 30mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus, P 100mg | 8% |
| Potassium, K 440mg | 13% |
| Selenium, Se 7ug | 14% |
| Sodium, Na 40mg | 3% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.72mg | 7% |
| 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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