Braised Fennel and Zucchini – Quick & Easy

Braised fennel and zucchini are a tasty vegetarian side dish that can be prepared quickly and easily.

This flavourful and irresistible side dish pairs perfectly with any type of main course, whether meat or fish, and can be easily prepared in a pan.

Read on to learn how to prepare braised fennel and zucchini.

Ingredients:

• 2 fennel bulbs
• 2 zucchini (courgettes)
• 1 onion
• 3 tablespoons tomato puree
• 1 clove of garlic
• 1 packet of saffron
• 20 g (1.5 tablespoons) butter
• Thyme
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt
• Pepper

How to prepare braised fennel and zucchini:

1. Wash the fennel, remove the core and stalks, setting aside some of the stalks, and cut into pieces that are not too large.
2. Wash, dry, and trim the zucchini, then cut them into batons.
3. Chop the onion.
4. Peel the garlic.
5. Heat the butter with two tablespoons of oil in a large pan and sauté the onion over low heat.
6. Add the saffron and some thyme, let it infuse for a few minutes, then add the fennel bulbs and zucchini batons.
7. Stir, add the tomato puree and the crushed garlic clove, stir again, season with salt and pepper, and cover with a lid.
8. Cook over low heat for a quarter of an hour, stirring frequently and adding a little water if necessary.
9. Turn off the heat and serve the braised fennel and zucchini with some thyme and fennel leaves.

Enjoy!