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Rice with Fennel and Golden Raisins

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Rice with Fennel and Golden Raisins

Rice with Fennel and Golden Raisins

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Equipment

  • Chef's Knife - A versatile and sharp knife used for chopping fennel, herbs, and other ingredients with ease.

  • Non-stick Saucepan - Ideal for sautéing the rice without sticking or burning it, also helpful in making a flavorful sauce to accompany the dish if desired.

  • Stainless Steel Strainer - Useful for straining cooked rice and separating it from any excess liquid or solids, ensuring perfect texture.

  • Digital Kitchen Scale - Accurate in measuring ingredients, crucial for precise portions, especially when dealing with specific ratios of fennel to other components.

  • Silicone Spatula - Perfect for stirring and mixing the rice while preventing scratches on non-stick surfaces.

  • Heavy Duty Mixing Bowl - Ideal for combining ingredients before cooking, suitable to withstand various temperatures without warping or damage.

  • Glass Measuring Cup - Useful for precise liquid measurements and also handy as a serving container upon completion of the dish.

  • Cutting Board - Essential for preparing ingredients such as fennel, ensuring safety and cleanliness during food prep.

  • High-Sided Serving Bowl - Adequate for serving the finished rice dish, allowing easy access to portions without disturbing the contents too much.

  • Drizzle Spoon or Measuring Scoop (Optional) - Useful if you decide to drizzle a light dressing over your cooked rice for additional flavor and texture contrast.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)

  • 1 large fennel bulb (stalks discarded), chopped (2 cups)

  • 1/3 cup golden raisins

  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, lightly crushed

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 cup medium- or long-grain white rice

  • 2 cups water

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Cook onion and fennel with raisins, fennel seeds, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in oil in a 4-quart heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add water and bring to a vigorous boil. Tightly cover and cook over low heat, undisturbed, until water is absorbed, about 22 minutes.
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Instruction 2

Remove from heat. Remove lid and put a clean kitchen towel over pan, then replace lid. Let stand 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
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