Fennel Seed 50g bag

Bring a sweet, licorice-like warmth and a vibrant aromatic depth to your cooking with our premium whole fennel seeds. A beloved staple in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Indian cuisines, these whole seeds lock in their essential oils, delivering a clean, refreshing flavor that shines whether used whole, crushed, or lightly toasted.

Flavor and Aroma Fennel seeds offer a sweet, warm, and distinctly fragrant aroma reminiscent of anise and licorice. Their flavor is mild, aromatic, and slightly herbaceous with a gentle, lingering sweetness that helps balance rich or spicy dishes.

Culinary Uses

• Sausages and Pork Dishes: A classic pairing for pork roasts, homemade sausages, and meatballs, cutting through rich fats with a clean, aromatic note.

• Breads and Baking: Bake into artisan sourdoughs, breadsticks, savory scones, or Italian biscotti for a sophisticated herbal twist.

• Spice Blends and Rubs: Toast lightly in a dry pan and crush to use in dry rubs for roasted meats, vegetable medleys, or homemade spice mixes like Chinese Five Spice.

• Digestion and Infusions: Steep whole seeds in hot water to create a soothing, aromatic herbal tea, or chew a small pinch after a heavy meal.

Origin

India

Ingredients

Fennel seed

Allergens

None known.

How to use

Add 1 tsp to 2 tbsp to cooking as per the recipe, brew 1 tsp in hot water and strain as a tea, or sprinkle over bread prior to cooking for added flavour.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight for less than 12 months.