How to Use Fennel Bulbs
Trim the base of the bulb., Halve the bulb lengthwise., Decide how you will cook the fennel., Serve raw.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Trim the base of the bulb.
Remove any outer leaves that aren't in good shape.
Smaller bulbs may need no trimming at all. -
Step 2: Halve the bulb lengthwise.
If the bulb is large, consider removing the core as well. , There are different methods possible, including:
Steam the bulb.
After steaming, drizzle with a little olive oil and add some freshly cracked black pepper.
Salt to taste.
Or, serve it along with other steamed vegetables.
Bake in a vegetable broth.
Sprinkle cheese over the top if you like.
Roast the fennel bulbs.
Halve the bulbs and core if needed.
Roll in olive oil and place in a roasting dish.
Roast in a hot oven (minimum 220ºC).
The bulbs can be roasted with other vegetables at the same time. , Fennel can be eaten raw in a salad.
Baby fennel bulbs are best for this purpose.
Either halve them or slice thinly and add to a salad. -
Step 3: Decide how you will cook the fennel.
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Step 4: Serve raw.
Detailed Guide
Remove any outer leaves that aren't in good shape.
Smaller bulbs may need no trimming at all.
If the bulb is large, consider removing the core as well. , There are different methods possible, including:
Steam the bulb.
After steaming, drizzle with a little olive oil and add some freshly cracked black pepper.
Salt to taste.
Or, serve it along with other steamed vegetables.
Bake in a vegetable broth.
Sprinkle cheese over the top if you like.
Roast the fennel bulbs.
Halve the bulbs and core if needed.
Roll in olive oil and place in a roasting dish.
Roast in a hot oven (minimum 220ºC).
The bulbs can be roasted with other vegetables at the same time. , Fennel can be eaten raw in a salad.
Baby fennel bulbs are best for this purpose.
Either halve them or slice thinly and add to a salad.
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