Description

Organic Fennel Seed have a similar flavour to anise.

Organic fennel seed is a strong, fragrant spice which tastes like anise. Organic Fennel Seeds were one of the nine sacred herbs in Anglo-Saxon times due to their nutrient density. Fennel seeds can be added to vegetable stock, salads or even used in sweet recipes such as biscuits.

Fennel seed has a dense nutrient profile and one 6g serving is high in Protein, Fibre and a source of Manganese. It is popular in culinary use and also in herbal preparations such as tea.

In India they often eat half a teaspoon of fennel seed after meals as a digestive aid and the seeds feature highly in Ayurvedic recipes.

Ingredients: Organic Fennel Seed

Origin: Egypt

Allergen Information: Packed on premises that handle gluten, tree nuts, sesame, soya, peanuts.

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Nutritional Information

Typical Nutrient Values:	Amount per 100g:
Energy	139kj/33kcal
Fat	0.3g
of which saturates	0.1g
Carbohydrate	2.9g
of which sugars	2.5g
Fibre	4.3g
Protein	2.6g
Salt	0.218g

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Storage

For optimum freshness keep in a cool place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Store in a tightly sealed bag or container.

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Family Tip:

These seeds are lovely combined in a rice salad with other fresh herbs such as parsley and coriander. They add a lovely variation in flavour and texture.
We like to use fennel seed as a herbal tea. It is associated with a whole host of health benefits and can be combined with other garden herbs such as rosemary and lavender.