Fennel Mushroom Stir Fry
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Fennel Mushroom Stir Fry! Combining the sweet, licorice-like essence of thinly sliced fennel with the earthy depth of sautéed cremini mushrooms, this dish is perfectly balanced by aromatic garlic, fresh thyme, and a tangy finish of soy sauce and lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly recipe that’s as versatile as it is delicious—serve it over rice, noodles, or enjoy it as a light standalone dish. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or fennel fronds, this stir fry is not only visually stunning but packed with bold, wholesome flavors sure to impress any palate. Perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner solution, this recipe is your go-to for easy, healthy, and satisfying meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium (sliced thinly) Fennel bulb
- 250 grams Cremini or button mushrooms
- 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley or fennel fronds
Instructions
1. Prepare your ingredients: Slice the fennel bulb thinly, clean and slice the mushrooms, and mince the garlic.
2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the olive oil.
3. Add the sliced fennel to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it begins to soften.
4. Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the mushrooms to release their water and brown slightly.
5. Stir in the minced garlic and fresh thyme leaves, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Drizzle in the soy sauce and lemon juice, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or fennel fronds.
9. Serve immediately with rice, noodles, or as a standalone dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
393 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2848 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2139 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
