Terumi Morita
May 20, 2026·Recipes·1 min read · 215 words

Fennel Stock

Fennel stock is a vegetable broth made by simmering fennel fronds, bulbs, and aromatics in water to extract flavor for plant-based dishes.

Contents（5項）▾
  1. 01Ingredients & steps
  2. 02Why this works
  3. 03Autopilot guard summary
  4. 04Terumi Brain v1 review
  5. 05Revision log (Autopilot revise)
An artistic watercolor illustration of a pot of fennel stock surrounded by fresh fennel bulbs and herbs.
RecipeFrench
Prep10m
Cook30m
Serves4 portions
LevelEasy

Ingredients

  • 2 medium fennel bulbs, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 10 sprigs fresh parsley
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • 2 liters water
  • Salt to taste

Steps

  1. In a large pot, combine chopped fennel, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, parsley, bay leaf, and peppercorns.

  2. Add 2 liters of water to the pot and bring to a boil over high heat (approximately 10 minutes).

  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes to extract flavors.

  4. After simmering for 30 minutes, strain the stock through a fine mesh sieve, discarding solids.

  5. Season the stock with salt to taste, approximately 1 teaspoon, and let it cool for 15 minutes before storing.

Why this works

The combination of fennel, onion, carrots, and celery creates a robust aromatic base known as mirepoix, which is fundamental in French cooking. Fennel's anise-like flavor adds a unique depth to the stock, enhancing any dish it accompanies. Simmering the ingredients for exactly 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld without becoming overly concentrated or bitter. If the stock seems too weak after this time, simply simmer it for an additional 15-30 minutes, ensuring a richer taste. Conversely, if it becomes too salty after seasoning with approximately 1 teaspoon of salt, you can dilute it with a bit of water or unsalted stock to balance the flavor. This method yields a versatile stock that serves as a base for soups, sauces, and risottos, making it an essential component in plant-based cooking. The precise timing and ingredient ratios ensure consistent results, allowing for an elevated culinary experience.

Autopilot guard summary

  • truth: approved
  • quality: approved (score 100)
  • similarity: approved (score 0.066 vs thai-green-curry-paste)
  • regulatory: approved
  • image: approved

Terumi Brain v1 review

  • grade: B · overall 80/100 · readiness needs_minor_edits
  • scores: chef=100 science=30 repair=95 culture=90 safety=100 taste=66 mon=60 geo=95

Revision log (Autopilot revise)

  • 2026-05-20T02:38:59.219Z · fields: en:steps, en:whyThisWorks, ja:steps, ja:whyThisWorks, imageSpec · reason: auto-revise of quality