Fennel Leaf
Fennel leaf, fennel seed and ground fennel (which is the spice made from the crushed seeds) are all widely available in dried form. Fresh fennel is commonly found at supermarkets during its growing season or at Asian or Italian greengrocers. Fresh fennel should be stored in the fridge for up to four days.
Fresh fennel is commonly found at supermarkets during its growing season or at Asian or Italian greengrocers. Fresh fennel should be stored in the fridge for up to four days. Dried fennel seed and ground fennel should be stored in a tightly sealed container away from sunlight in a cool, dry place.
Fennel leaf has a strong aniseed flavor and green, feathery fronds. Discover how to select, store, prepare and cook with this vibrant herb. Its green, feathery fronds look a lot like dill but the fennel herb has a much stronger aniseed flavor. The seeds from which the herb is grown (fennel seed) can also be used in cooking.
Fennel leaf, fennel seed and ground fennel (which is the spice made from the crushed seeds) are all widely available in dried form. Fresh fennel is commonly found at supermarkets during its growing season or at Asian or Italian greengrocers.
Fresh fennel should be stored in the fridge for up to four days. Dried fennel seed and ground fennel should be stored in a tightly sealed container away from sunlight in a cool, dry place.
Leaf fennel can be overwintered in mild areas to produce fennel seed the second summer. Our varieties are selected to be vigorous, uniform, and slow to bolt. Choose from green or bronze leaf fennel. A cultivated variety of common fennel with large deep green leaves is available. It grows best in full sun and damp, loamy soil.
The leaves of the green variety look similar to dill but are larger and have a deeper flavor. Green fennel is widely used as an herb in cooking, especially in northern Europe where it has been cultivated for many centuries.
Green fennel can be overwintered after harvesting some of the seeds for use as a seasoning throughout the year. The leaves are especially good cooked in vegetable soups or with fish, and the seeds can be used to flavor bread and curries.
Fennel is widely used as an herb in cooking, especially in northern Europe where it has been cultivated for many centuries. Green fennel can be overwintered after harvesting some of the seeds for use as a seasoning throughout the year. The leaves are especially good cooked in vegetable soups or with fish, and the seeds can be used to flavor bread and curries.
Global fennel leaf production
Fennel leaves are widely used in the cuisines of India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. They have a sweet, anise-like flavor and are often used to flavor curries, stews, and rice dishes. Fennel leaves are also used as a garnish or to make a refreshing tea.
In 2018, India was the top producer of fennel leaves in the world, with an estimated production of 1.4 million metric tons. Pakistan and Bangladesh were the second- and third-largest producers, respectively. Other major producers of fennel leaves include Egypt, Iran, and Turkey.
Fennel leaves are a popular ingredient in many Indian dishes. They are often used to flavor curries, stews, and rice dishes. Fennel leaves are also used as a garnish or to make a refreshing tea.
Fennel leaves are rich in vitamins A and C, as well as potassium, calcium, and iron. They also contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Fennel leaves have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including indigestion, gas, and bloating.