Lemon-Garlic Sautéed Fennel

Ingredients

• 1 medium fennel bulb
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium lemon
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp salt(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Trim the fennel and thinly slice it. Mince the garlic. Zest the lemon (optional) and juice it.

2. 2

   Cook (15 minutes): Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fennel and cook, stirring occasionally, until it starts to soften and lightly brown, about 8 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add a splash of water (1–2 tbsp) if the pan looks dry, then continue cooking until the fennel is tender-crisp, about 6–7 minutes more.

5. 5

   Finish: Remove from heat and squeeze in lemon juice. Season with black pepper (and salt if using). Toss to coat and serve immediately.