Fennel Seeds Whole

Description

Fennel seeds whole are obtained from the aromatic and tall fennel plant, which originated in the Mediterranean and are member of the caraway family. It is a highly aromatic and flavorful herb with culinary and medicinal uses and, along with the similar-tasting anise, is one of the primary ingredients of absinthe. Florence fennel or finocchio is a selection with a swollen, bulb-like stem base that is used as a vegetable. The seeds release strong anise flavour that is warm and breath freshening. It is key ingredient of the Chinese five spice and Herbs de Provence.

Culinary Notes :

• The seeds can be crushed and used in salads dressings or sauces
• Used in curry making, satay sauces and Asian dishes
• Use to make breads and cakes especially fruit tarts.
• It pairs well with oregano, parsley, cumin, fenugreek, Sichuan peppercorns, cinnamon, thyme and sage
• It goes well with lentils, potatoes, stews, herb butters, dips, fêta cheese and olives.

Health benefits:

Fennel contains vitamins and has many health benefits. It can help to treat coughs and asthma. It also can be to aid digestion. It contains Vitamin C and Vitamin B.

Recipe/ product links:

Toasted Spiced nuts for Salads
How to make Achari Masala 

Country of origin:

Southern Europe and the Mediterranean

Other names or spelling: Florence Fennel, Finnochio, Lucknow Fennel Seed, Foeniculum vulgare dulce, Roman Fennel, Common Fennel, the fish herb