Braised Fennelwith White Bean Purée and Crispy Chorizo
- 1 hr 15 min
- Serves 4
- 9 ingredients
15 minutes to prep, 1 hour to cook. This comforting dinner transforms crisp fennel into a buttery, sweet delight, paired with silky white bean purée and topped with salty, lightly spicy crispy chorizo. The dish balances smoky, savory flavors with a touch of wine‑infused richness, making it a perfect after‑work meal.
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Method
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced fennel and sauté until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Pour in the red wine and let it reduce by half, approximately 3 minutes.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The red wine reduces and leaves a concentrated aroma in the pan.
Add the vegetable stock, bring to a gentle simmer, cover the skillet, and braise the fennel until tender, about 30 minutes.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The fennel is tender after braising in the stock.
While the fennel braises, heat a separate pan over medium‑high heat and cook the sliced chorizo until crispy, about 5 minutes.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chorizo pieces are crisp before they are added to the plate.
Blend the cooked white beans with a splash of the vegetable stock until smooth, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The beans blend into a smooth puree that can support the fennel.
Plate the white bean purée, arrange the braised fennel on top, and finish with the crispy chorizo pieces.
Tips while you cook
- Slice fennel before heating
- Slice the fennel before adding it to the skillet.
- Reduce wine before adding stock
- Allow the red wine to reduce by half (≈3 minutes) before adding the vegetable stock to concentrate flavor.
- Keep chorizo separate until serving
- Cook the chorizo in a separate pan until crispy (≈5 minutes) and add it just before plating to retain crunch.
- Blend beans with stock for smooth purée
- Use a splash of the vegetable stock when blending the white beans.
Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.
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