Keto Pan-Fried Fennel

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  • prep time

    prep time

    10 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    10 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    20 min

Keto Pan-Fried Fennel

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.

  • Net Carbs

    5.1 g

  • Fiber

    3.8 g

  • Total Carbs

    9 g

  • Protein

    1.6 g

  • Fats

    13.8 g

158 cals

Keto Pan-Fried Fennel

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Ingredients

  • Extra virgin olive oil

    Extra virgin olive oil

    2 tablespoon

  • Fennel bulb, raw

    Fennel bulb, raw

    1 each

  • Lemon juice

    Lemon juice

    1 teaspoon

  • Capers

    Capers

    1 tablespoon, whole pieces

  • Salt, sea salt

    Salt, sea salt

    0.5 teaspoon

  • Black pepper

    Black pepper

    0.13 teaspoon

Recipe Steps

steps 3

20 min

  • Step 1

    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.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    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.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    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.
    Step 3