Burrata with Fennel Jam & Apple

Burrata with Fennel Jam & Apple

Apr 14, 2025Georgie Verschuur

Ingredients: 

  • 2 teaspoons fennel seeds 

  • 1/8 cup oil 

  • 200g fennel thinly sliced (reserve fronds) 

  • 1 small onion , 100g, thinly sliced 

  • 110g brown sugar 

  • 180ml apple cider vinegar 

  • 2 tablespoons brandy 

For serving: 

  • 150g/5oz burrata (taken out of the fridge an hour beforehand) 

  • Apple, thinly sliced and lemon juice 

 

Dry fry the fennel seeds for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.  

Saute fennel and onion on medium heat in oil about 10 minutes.  

Add the brown sugar and apple cider vinegar, cover and cook slowly  until very soft, caramelised and thick 

Add the brandy and cook for 5 minutes until absorbed  

Spread the jam on the base of a serving plate and place the burrata in the centre add thin slices apple pieces tossed in lemon juice, drizzle with olive oil and serve. Decorate with fennel fronds and serve with grilled bread. 

Fennel jam can be stored in a jar 2-3 weeks in the fridge. 

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