Charred Fennel with Balsamic Glaze

Ingredients

• 2 medium fennel bulbs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.33 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp honey(optional)
• 0.25 tsp flaky salt (for finishing)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Heat a broiler or grill to high. Trim fennel, remove tough outer layers, and cut bulbs into 1/2-inch-thick wedges. Toss fennel with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.

2. 2

   Cook (12 minutes): Broil or grill fennel, uncovered, turning once halfway, until deeply charred and tender, about 10–12 minutes total.

3. 3

   Make glaze (during the last few minutes of cooking): In a small saucepan over medium heat, simmer balsamic vinegar (and honey, if using) until slightly thickened and syrupy, about 3–5 minutes.

4. 4

   Finish: Arrange fennel on plates, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and finish with flaky salt. Serve immediately.