Pan-Fried Fennel

About

This simple Keto recipe is packed with flavor and fats and makes a deliciously tasty low carb side. Our Keto veggie recipe is prepared with fragrant fennel, salty capers, zesty lemon and olive oil. This makes a great side dish served with a Mediterranean-inspired Keto main.

Is Fennel Low Carb?

Fennel is an aromatic vegetable that belongs to the carrot family and has a mild, licorice-like flavor. Although fennel is at the higher end of the low carb vegetable table, it can still be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced and healthy Keto diet. It makes a great flavorsome addition to salads, can be roasted, braised or pan-fried.

Serving Suggestions

This delicious low carb side is perfect served with your preferred Keto proteins. Fennel makes a great accompaniment to chicken, pork and fish, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Please be sure to adjust your macros to account for any changes or additions made to the recipe.

Ingredients

2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 each fennel bulb, raw
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon, whole pieces capers
½ teaspoon salt, sea salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Trim the tops from the fennel plus any fronds. Slice the fennel bulbs from top to bottom into 4 even-sized pieces. Brush the fennel pieces with a tablespoon of olive oil on both sides and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Heat a skillet over a medium heat. Add the sliced fennel to the skillet. Cook on one side for 2-3 minutes until tender and charred. Turn the fennel and add the capers to the skillet with the remaining oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes more or until the fennel is tender and charred and the capers are crispy.
Remove the fennel and crispy capers from the skillet. Serve with a drizzle of lemon juice and extra olive oil if desired. Serve alongside your preferred Keto Mediterranean-inspired mains.