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

Kaaku Ramsey
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Rohaan butt
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I've made this dish a few times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your guests.


Rajesh Khadka
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The fennel and olives add a lot of flavor.


Bontwe
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. It's a great combination of flavors and textures.


Super Aaron
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This is a great recipe for a light and flavorful lunch or dinner. It's also a good way to use up leftover rice.


Atuhairwe Kellen
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ali Raza umrami
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Tukundane Godfrey
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I'm not a big fan of fennel, but I really enjoyed this dish. The olives and capers helped to balance out the flavor.


Agiisanang Mongadii
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This is a flavorful and satisfying dish. The fennel and olives add a nice touch of brininess.


Purushottam Thapa
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to change up your usual rice routine.


Nazi Khan
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I especially love the crispy fennel.


Ahmed Rasel
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I'm a big fan of fennel, so I was excited to try this recipe. It didn't disappoint! The fennel and olives add a wonderful flavor to the rice.


olivia bliss
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


John Hill
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


FreeMan Godz
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are amazing.


Navid Sharifi
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I love the combination of fennel and olives in this dish. It's a great way to add some Mediterranean flair to your next meal.


Salaw Milo
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This is now my go-to rice recipe. It's simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Zulkifilu Muhammad
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook rice, and this recipe didn't disappoint. It's easy to make and packed with flavor.


Md Amirul Islam Amin
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The fennel and olives added a unique and flavorful twist to the classic rice dish.