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Wild fennel braised with beef or lamb, olive oil; rich in fiber, protein, vitamins.
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Braised wild fennel with meat (180 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.9 g of carbs, 14.8 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 4.9 g of fiber. Its 68.4 µg of Vitamin K covers 57% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
198
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
9.9g
· 4% DV
Protein
14.8g
· 30% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
4.9g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 32% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.06 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% |
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 242 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 242 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 275 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Braised wild fennel with meat is made by slowly cooking beef or lamb with onion and olive oil, then adding cleaned, chopped wild fennel. Add a little water or stock and cook until the meat is tender and the fennel has softened; finish with lemon if desired.
Braised wild fennel with meat tastes savory and hearty, with a fresh, slightly anise-like aroma from the wild fennel. Slow cooking mellows the herb’s sharper notes, while lamb or beef gives the dish a rich, substantial flavor.
Braised wild fennel with meat is commonly made with lamb or beef. Lamb has a stronger flavor that pairs naturally with wild fennel; beef works well too, but may need longer cooking before you add the delicate herb.
To prepare wild fennel for braised wild fennel with meat, rinse it thoroughly in cool water to remove grit, then trim away tough, woody bases. Chop the tender stems and fronds into pieces that will cook evenly.
Braised wild fennel with meat can taste bitter if the fennel is old, especially fibrous, or used in excess. Choose tender shoots, remove tough bases, and avoid prolonged cooking over high heat, which can make the herb’s sharper flavors more noticeable.
Serve braised wild fennel with meat with plain rice, crusty bread, or boiled potatoes to soak up its savory juices. A simple green salad or plain yogurt also complements the dish without competing with the wild fennel’s distinctive aroma.
No. Braised wild fennel with meat uses the leafy, slender shoots of wild fennel, not necessarily the large cultivated fennel bulb sold in grocery stores. The shoots have a strong herbal aroma and a different texture, so a bulb is not a direct substitute.
No, dried fennel seeds are not a like-for-like replacement for the fresh wild fennel in braised wild fennel with meat. Seeds have a much more concentrated flavor and lack the tender greens that make up the dish; use fresh fennel fronds only if wild fennel is unavailable.
Braised wild fennel with meat keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate leftovers promptly after the dish cools, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is thoroughly hot.
Yes, you can freeze braised wild fennel with meat in airtight, portion-sized containers. The fennel may become softer after thawing, but the dish remains suitable for reheating; thaw it in the refrigerator and heat it thoroughly before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
68.4µg · 57% DV
B12
0.81µg · 34% DV
B3
3.78mg · 24% DV
Vitamin C
15.3mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
140mg · 20% DV
Zinc
2.16mg · 20% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Selenium
9.36µg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
576mg · 17% DV
Sodium
324mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Braised wild fennel with meat is an Aegean-style Turkish home-cooked dish, made by gently cooking aromatic wild fennel with beef or lamb and olive oil. The tender green shoots have a fresh, faintly anise-like aroma that stands out against the savoury meat.
It is usually served warm as a main, with bread or rice; a squeeze of lemon or a side of yoghurt makes a fresh contrast. The meat provides protein, while the fennel contributes fibre: a 100 g portion has 8.2 g of protein. For a lighter version, choose lean meat and keep the olive oil modest.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.