Fennel Braised with Tomatoes and Shallots

Ingredients

• 2 bulbs fennel, cut into quarters
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
• 2 organic tomatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• 1 tablespoon dill
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds

Directions

1. Steam the fennel for 5 minutes. Alternately, place it in the microwave with a little water and cook on high for about 3 minutes or until slightly tender.
2. In a sauté pan, heat the oil over medium high heat.
3. Add the shallots and cook, stirring until soft, about 1 minute.
4. Add the tomatoes, fennel and vegetable stock.
5. Reduce heat to low and cook for about 8 minutes.
6. Remove from the heat and stir in the dill and coriander. Serve as an accompaniment to chicken or grilled fish.