fennel
storage tip // remove fronds and stalks. store the bulb and greens in separate bags. bulb will keep for 2-3 weeks. fronds will keep for 5-7 days. store both in the coldest part of your fridge.
{vegetarian times}
1 pound cabbage, thinly sliced
2-3 fennel bulbs, diced (about 1 cup)
5 tbs chopped fresh fennel fronds
2/3 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp lime juice
2 tsp honey
Toss together cabbage, fennel, fennel fronds, and raisins. Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, and honey in separate bowl. Stir yogurt mixture into cabbage mixture, and season with salt and pepper if desired.
1 pound cabbage, thinly sliced
2-3 fennel bulbs, diced (about 1 cup)
5 tbs chopped fresh fennel fronds
2/3 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tbsp lime juice
2 tsp honey
Toss together cabbage, fennel, fennel fronds, and raisins. Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, and honey in separate bowl. Stir yogurt mixture into cabbage mixture, and season with salt and pepper if desired.
Try using the fronds ( green leafy top) of the fennel bulb. You can put it in a jar of water for a refreshing treat on a hot day. The fennel frond imparts a mild sweetness to the water and is a gentle digestive aid. You can refill the jar several times for numerous infusions.