Description

Fennel Seed is the green dried, ripe fruit of Foeniculum Vulgare. Foeniculum Vulgare is a tall and hardy perennial plant. This plant has finely divided green feathery foliage with golden yellow flowers. Fennel seeds are green and oval shaped. These oval seeds form in clusters and are harvested when they harden. Fennel has a sweet anise-like or slightly a licorice-like flavor, but less intense. It has a slightly minty undertone with musty/green flavor notes.

Fennel Seeds.

Origin

Most of the Fennel, today, comes from India, China, Turkey and Egypt. Fennel was once indigenous only to the Mediterranean region.
The ancient Greeks considered Fennel a symbol of success. Ancients also believed that Fennel helped in improving eyesight and helped increase strength. Nowadays, in India, Fennel Seed is widely used as an after-meal breath-freshner. Fennel also helps in digestion.

Fennel Bulb.

Use

Fennel Seed is widely used all around the world in various styles of cuisines. It is used in curry blends, herbes de Provence, Chinese five spice and mirepoix. Fennel is used to flavor sausages, baked goods and fish. It is also used to flavor liquors. Fennel is also used to flavor tea. Roasting Fennel Seeds intensifies their flavor.

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Delicious Shaved Fennel Salad.