At a Glance
- Potato Type: Russet
- Prep Method: Pan Fried
- Special Requests: Gluten Free
- Yield: 4
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Recipe By: United States Potato Board
Braised fennel, tomatoes and potatoes make a rich and hearty side dish. Serve as an accompaniment to grilled or pan-seared veal chops, chicken breasts and any kind of broiled or baked fish.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large bulb fennel, trimmed, cored and thinly sliced, fronds reserved for garnish
- 1 teaspoon fennel seed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- 2 large tomatoes, diced
- 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
- 1/2-3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or water, divided
- 2 tablespoons Pernod or other anise-flavored liqueur (optional)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley or fennel fronds for garnish
Preparation
Heat oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add fennel and cook, stirring often, until it starts to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with fennel seed, salt and pepper. Add tomatoes, bring to a simmer and cook until the tomato juices are slightly reduced, about 4 minutes. Add potatoes and 1/2 cup broth (or water); cover the pan tightly and simmer over medium-low heat, checking every 10 minutes to make sure the pan juices don’t run dry. If necessary, add more broth (or water), 2 tablespoons at a time, to prevent scorching. Simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover, add Pernod (or other liqueur), if using, and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes more. Serve garnished with parsley (or fennel fronds), if desired.
Calories: 163 Fat: 4g Cholesterol: 1mg Sodium: 200mg Vitamin C: 27% Fiber: 5g Protein: 4g Potassium: 1087mg
