Feature:
Appearance: Fennel seeds are small, oval-shaped seeds that are usually light brown in color.
Aroma: It has a sweet and fragrant flavor, similar to licorice. Its flavor is similar to star anise, but they come from different plants.
Origin:
Turkiye
Cooking dishes:
The sweet flavor of anise seeds makes them popular in a variety of different cuisines, from sweet to savory.
Desserts: Fennel seeds are often used as a flavoring in a variety of desserts and baked goods, such as cookies, cakes, and breads.
Beverages: Many alcoholic beverages, such as Pastis from France, Ouzo from Greece, and Raki from Turkey, contain anise seed aroma.
Pickled foods: Fennel seeds are also commonly used in pickled foods, such as pickled vegetables.
Curries and soups: In some countries, fennel seeds are also added to curries and soups to add flavor.
Tea: Fennel seeds are also used to brew tea or spiced tea.
Applicable dishes:
Stew, Bouillabaisse, Fish Soup, Clam Chowder, French Salad, Biscotti, Cake, Bread, Vermouth, Ouzo
**When using anise seeds, you generally don’t need to use too much because of their strong aroma. After cooking, it is usually removed from the dish to avoid an overpowering taste.