O'Leaf Fennel

🌿 Product Description:

O'Leaf Fennel seeds are the small, oval-shaped, and aromatic seeds of the Foeniculum vulgare plant. Light green to pale brown in color, they carry a sweet, licorice-like flavor with warm, herbal notes. Popular in Mediterranean, Indian, Middle Eastern, and East Asian cuisines, fennel seeds are not only a versatile culinary spice but also valued in traditional medicine for their digestive, anti-inflammatory, and breath-freshening properties.

🥣 How to Use:

Cooking:

Toast lightly to intensify aroma before adding to dishes.

Use whole or ground in spice blends, curries, stews, breads, and pickles.

Sprinkle over roasted vegetables or meats for added flavor.

Herbal Tea:

Crush a teaspoon of fennel seeds, steep in hot water for 5–7 minutes, strain, and enjoy as a soothing digestive tea.

Mouth Freshener:

Chew a few roasted fennel seeds after meals to freshen breath and aid digestion.

Baking:

Add to breads, cakes, and cookies for a subtle sweet-spicy aroma.

🌱 Benefits:

Supports Digestion: Eases bloating, indigestion, and gas.

Breath Freshener: Natural, effective remedy for bad breath.

Rich in Antioxidants: Helps protect against cellular damage.

Anti-inflammatory: Traditionally used to relieve cough, sore throat, and menstrual discomfort.

Regulates Appetite: Can help curb overeating by promoting a feeling of fullness.

🏺 Storage Condition:

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from heat, light, and moisture.

Keep away from strong-smelling spices and chemicals, as fennel seeds easily absorb external odors.

Best used within 12-18 months for optimal flavor and medicinal potency.