30 mins, serves Makes 4 tacos
Ingredients:
4 small corn tortillas 
2 large fennel bulbs, thinly sliced 
1 tablespoon olive oil 
2 tablespoons brown sugar 
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
200g mascarpone cheese 
1 tablespoon orange zest 
1 tablespoon orange juice 
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted 
A handful of fresh arugula or baby spinach leaves - Extra orange zest for garnish
Grilled Taco Base
Caramelized Fennel Filling
Orange Mascarpone Sauce
Crunchy Toppings
The Process
1
Prep Tortillas
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet until they are pliable and slightly charred. Keep them warm by wrapping them in a clean towel.
2
Caramelize Fennel
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add sliced fennel, sprinkle with brown sugar, salt, and pepper, and sauté until the fennel is golden and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
3
Whip Mascarpone Sauce
In a bowl, mix mascarpone with orange zest, orange juice, and cinnamon until smooth and fully combined.
4
Toast Pine Nuts
In a dry skillet, toast the pine nuts until golden brown. Be careful not to burn them; this should take a few minutes.
5
Assemble Tacos
Spread a dollop of the orange mascarpone sauce on each tortilla, add a generous helping of caramelized fennel, and top with fresh greens.
6
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and extra orange zest. Serve the tacos immediately to enjoy the mix of warm, caramelized fennel and cool, zesty mascarpone.
Chef Tips:
- Add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the fennel as it caramelizes for an extra layer of complexity.
- For a spicy kick, sprinkle a pinch of chili flakes over the fennel while cooking.
- If you can’t find mascarpone, a blend of cream cheese and a splash of cream can substitute in a pinch.
Additional Notes:
- Savor the bold and dynamic flavors of the streets with our Sizzling Fennel Fusion Tacos, where the sweet caramelized crunch of fennel meets the creamy zest of orange mascarpone, all wrapped in a charred corn tortilla—the perfect handheld gourmet experience.
| Nutritional Information per serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories: | 450 per taco |
| Fat: | 27g |
| Saturated Fat: | 15g |
| Carbohydrates: | 37g |
| Sugar: | 14g |
| Fiber: | 5g |
| Protein: | 12g |
*Please note that these values are estimations based on the ingredients and might vary slightly.
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