You’ve probably heard of fennel seed before, but you might not know what it tastes like. The flavor of fennel seed is robust and herbal, and it has a strong anise flavor. Fennel seed is fragrant and slightly bitter, but it leaves a long-lasting sweetness once chewed. You’ve likely seen it in spice blends from …
Fennel belongs to the Apiaceae family, of which carrot and parsley are also members. They are related to cumin, dill, caraway, and anise, which bear aromatic fruits commonly referred to as seeds. It has its origin from Southern Europe but is now naturalized in the Northern part of the continent, Australia and North America, and …
