Fermented Fennel

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients but the fennel in a blender and blend on high until a smooth paste is formed - about 30 seconds.
  2. Add paste to thinly sliced fennel and mix well with hands.
  3. Set mixture aside in a tightly covered bowl at room temp for 3 days. Move to refrigerator and use within 2 weeks.

Ingredients

  • 3 Calabrian chilis, stems removed
  • 2 heads fennel, cored and sliced as thin as possible
  • 1/4 cup fish sauce
  • 4 garlic, clove(s)
  • 1 lemon(s), juiced and zested
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar