Fennel Seed

The fennel plant resembles dill, but has a sweet anise flavor. It has been used from ancient times in all its forms–leaf, seed, and root. The ancient Greeks regarded it as a symbol of success. To the Romans it signified flattery. The Anglo-Saxons considered it to be one of the nine sacred herbs. Fennel has long been known as the ‘fish’ herb.
Add India Tree Whole Fennel Seeds to the water when poaching fish; add crushed fennel seeds to a tomato sauce for pasta containing tuna, olives, and lemon zest; use to flavor delicate soups, e.g., carrot or white bean; mix into ground pork or chicken along with other seasonings to make a savory sausage for pizza or pasta; crush the seeds and add them to a vinagrette for use on a Greek salad made with olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese.