Caramelized Fennel Bulbs With Goat’s Cheese
Caramelized Fennel Bulbs With Goat’s Cheese is a delightful dish that combines sweetness and saltiness, aroma and freshness.
👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️
4 small fennel bulbs
70g butter
40ml olive oil
30g sugar
Sea salt
Black pepper
5g chopped fresh dill
1 garlic clove (crushed)
1g fennel seeds
150g goat’s cheese
Freshly grated zest of 1 lemon
Caramelized Fennel Bulbs With Goat’s Cheese is a delightful dish that combines sweetness and saltiness, aroma and freshness. The fennel bulbs are caramelized to bring out their natural sweetness, and then paired with rich goat’s cheese to create layers of flavor. This dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, suitable for various occasions.
👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:
Prepare the Fennel Bulbs: Wash the fennel bulbs, remove the tough outer layer, and cut into appropriate-sized pieces.
Caramelize: In a skillet, heat the butter and olive oil until melted. Add the sugar and stir over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved and turns caramel-colored.
Add Fennel: Add the cut fennel bulb pieces to the skillet, stirring to coat evenly with the caramel.
Season: Add appropriate amounts of sea salt, black pepper, crushed garlic, and fennel seeds. Continue stirring until the fennel softens.
Plate: Remove the caramelized fennel bulbs from the skillet and place them on a plate. Sprinkle with chopped fresh dill.
Add Cheese: Cut the goat’s cheese into small pieces and evenly distribute over the caramelized fennel bulbs.
Final Garnish: Sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.
👉🏻✨TIPS
When caramelizing, maintain a moderate heat to avoid burning the sugar and producing a bitter taste.
Continuously stir the fennel to prevent sticking to the pan.
Adjust the amount of goat’s cheese according to personal preference.
👉🏻✨BENEFITS
This dish is not only delicious but also nutritious. Fennel bulbs are rich in fiber and vitamins, aiding digestion. Goat’s cheese is packed with protein and calcium, contributing to bone health. Additionally, the lemon zest adds a refreshing taste, enhancing appetite.
👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL ASPECTS:
Protein: From goat’s cheese, essential for maintaining muscle and tissue health.
Fiber: From fennel bulbs, promoting intestinal motility and maintaining digestive health.
Vitamins: Fennel bulbs contain various vitamins, boosting immunity.
Minerals: Goat’s cheese is rich in calcium, beneficial for bone health.
