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fennels
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a plant with feathery leaves and a round thick stem, used as a vegetable or for adding flavor to food
Fennel is a plant with feathery green leaves and a bulbous, white or pale green stem. It has a mild, licorice-like flavor and is commonly used as both a vegetable and a flavoring herb. The bulb, stalks, and fronds of the fennel plant are all edible and can be used in various culinary dishes. Fennel bulbs can be sliced and eaten raw in salads, roasted, grilled, or sautéed as a side dish, or used to flavor soups, stews, and sauces. The fronds can be chopped and used as a garnish or added to salads for extra flavor and texture. Fennel is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a nutritious and flavorful addition to meals.
- He discovered that fennel tea helped soothe his upset stomach.
- I love using fennel in my recipes as it adds a unique and pleasant smell to the dish.
- We discovered that fennel not only enhances the flavor but also provides digestive benefits.
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seeds of the fennel plant, used whole or ground as a spice or in spice mixtures
- Ground fennel is added to curry powders and spice blends.
- She chewed fennel seeds after dinner for digestion.
- The recipe calls for a teaspoon of fennel seeds.
- Fennel seeds are common in Italian and Indian cooking.
- Toasted fennel seeds release a stronger aroma.
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leaves of the fennel plant, used for seasoning
- Fresh fennel leaves garnished the pasta.
- Fennel leaves can be chopped into salads.
- The soup was seasoned with fennel leaves and thyme.
- She added fennel leaves to the roasted vegetables.
- Fennel leaves have a milder flavor than the seeds.
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the aromatic bulb at the base of the fennel plant's stem, eaten cooked or raw in salads
- Sliced fennel added crunch to the salad.
- Roasted fennel bulbs complement roasted meats.
- She braised fennel with garlic and olive oil.
- The bulb of fennel has a sweet, anise-like flavor.
- Fennel can be eaten raw in slaws or sandwiches.
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