One of the things that I love about our trips to Italy is sampling the various items that my husband’s relatives have conserved from their gardens. Finocchi (fennel) in agrodolce (sour-sweet) is one of them! It can be served either as a side dish (contorno) or as a accompaniment to an aperitif. Jars can be stored in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Any jars that didn’t seal should be placed in the refrigerator and consumed within 2 weeks.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fennel bulbs, cored and sliced
- 3 cups water
- 2 cups white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- ½ cup turbinado cane sugar
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Directions
Step 1
Inspect 2 jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until fennel is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.
Step 2
Place sliced fennel in a colander and rinse well.
Step 3
Combine water, vinegar, and salt in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the fennel, sugar, olive oil, and chives; stir to combine. Bring back to a boil and cook for 3 minutes.
Step 4
Remove fennel from the cooking liquid with a slotted spoon and pack into sterilized jars. Fill the jars with the hot cooking liquid, leaving 1/2-inch head space. Wipe the tops of the jars with a clean cloth. Place lids on the jars and tighten.
Step 5
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 15 minutes.
Step 6
Remove the jars from the stockpot with a jar lifter and let rest on a kitchen towel, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area for 1 week before consuming.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 120 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat10g | 12% |
Saturated Fat1g | 7% |
Sodium759mg | 33% |
Total Carbohydrate8g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 6% |
Total Sugars4g | |
Protein1g | |
Vitamin C9mg | 43% |
Calcium36mg | 3% |
Iron1mg | 6% |
Potassium239mg | 5% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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