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Fennel Pollen: What it is and How to Use it in Cooking
14.04.2023 13:13
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:25
Fennel pollen is a unique, expensive spice. What you need to know about the exclusive seasoning?
What is fennel pollen
Fennel pollen is obtained from the yellow flowers of the fennel bulb.
Most often, the spice is extracted from wild fennel, which complicates the collection.
Just a few ounces of seasoning can cost about $20.
Features of fennel pollen
The spice is often used in Indian cuisine.
The aroma includes citrus notes with the addition of anise, saffron with an earthy, toasted taste.
Fennel pollen is more tender and sweet in taste than fennel seeds.
In addition, pollen is a versatile spice that is suitable for almost any dish.
Store seasoning in an airtight container in a dry place.
How to use fennel pollen
The spice well emphasizes the taste of vegetables and fried chicken, rice.
Pollen does not suppress the taste and aroma of products, but emphasizes them well.
You can use fennel pollen in the following dishes:
Flat cakes
Add pollen to the dough. The spice will give the cake an interesting piquancy and a pleasant aroma.
Salad
You can use the spice in your salad dressing instead of black pepper.
Marinade
Just add spice when marinating vegetables, meat or fish.
Muesli for breakfast
Fennel pollen also pairs well with sweet dishes, yogurt, and fruit.
In addition, fennel pollen can be added to avocados - toast, soup, croutons, ice cream, and popcorn.
