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Nutrition:
Like
many
of its fellow spices, fennel contains its own unique
combination of phytonutrients—including the flavonoids
rutin, quercitin, and various kaempferol
glycosides—that give it strong antioxidant activity.
The most fascinating phytonutrient compound in fennel,
however, may be anethole—the primary component of its
volatile oil. In animal studies, the anethole in
fennel has repeatedly been shown to reduce
inflammation and to help prevent the occurrence of
cancer.
Taste:
Fennel's
aromatic
taste is unique, strikingly reminiscent of licorice
and anise, so much so that fennel is often mistakenly
referred to as anise in the marketplace. Fennel's
texture is similar to that of celery, having a crunchy
and striated texture.
Uses:
Fennel's
unique
flavor makes it ideal in soups and salads and can also
be roasted. A must have ingredient particularly in
French and Italian dishes.
Substitutions:
The
anise
flavor can also be found in dill, parsley and
coriander and the texture in celery.
Storage:
Store
fresh fennel in the refrigerator crisper, where it
should keep fresh for about four days.
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