Sweet, aromatic, and just a little unexpected, ground fennel brings a gentle licorice-like flavor to savory dishes and baked goods alike. Finely ground fennel seeds blend easily into sauces, rubs, and doughs, spreading their warm flavor throughout every bite.
Give meatballs a little Italian attitude, help your tomato sauce find its sweet side, or take a pork roast from routine to Sunday-dinner worthy. Ground fennel is a natural fit for sausage, seafood, roasted vegetables, and homemade bread. Start with a little and build from there—this spice knows how to make itself noticed!
Ingredients: Fennel seeds.
Quick Fennel Tomato Sauce
Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and ½ teaspoon ground fennel; stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add one 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes and simmer for 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then toss with your favorite pasta.
Fennel Roasted Carrots
Toss 1 pound sliced carrots with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon ground fennel, and salt to taste. Roast at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender. Finish with a squeeze of lemon.