Thomas Keller Style Glazed and Braised Fennel Bulb - SippitySup

Ingredients

• 4 small fennel bulbs, trimmed and quartered lengthwise, fronds reserved
• 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 cup water, or as needed
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 pinch kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
• ½ teaspoon white wine vinegar