Sea Fennel is a delightful ingredient that brings a burst of flavor to your seafood dishes, combining the refreshing notes of anise, fennel, and citrus with hints of carrot and ginger. With its vibrant taste and impressive nutritional profile, Sea Fennel is a must-try for any culinary adventurer!
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FLAVOR
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Anise, Fennel, Lemon/Lime, Carrot, Ginger, Pine
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COLOR
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Green
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TEXTURE
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Smooth, Tender
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USAGE
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Roasted Cod or Salmon, Oysters on the Half Shell, Moules Frites
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SEASON
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All Year-Round
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GROWN
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Long Island, New York
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NATIVE TO
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Black Sea and North Atlantic Ocean
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PACKING SIZE
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1.75 oz. Clamshell
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FOOD SAFETY
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Primus GFSI Certified
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DELIVERY
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Next-day for everyone
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Sea Fennel Details
Introducing Sea Fennel, an intriguing edible leaf that looks like seaweed. With its vibrant, curly leaves and robust fronds, Sea Fennel brings a unique touch to your culinary creations.
Sea Fennel boasts a complex mix of flavors, including anise, fennel, lemon/lime, carrot, ginger, and a subtle hint of pine. It’s the ideal addition to both seafood and meat dishes, adding a distinctive, aromatic twist.
What chefs love most about Sea Fennel is its versatility and ability to impart a refreshing, coastal flavor to dishes. Its distinctive flavor complements foods such as grilled cod or salmon, oysters, and moules frites. As a result, it's a popular choice for adding a delightful twist to gourmet creations.
Recipes and Tips:
Use fresh Sea Fennel as a vibrant garnish for seafood dishes to enhance both flavor and presentation. You can incorporate them into salads for a unique crunch and aromatic flavor that pairs well with citrus dressings.
Also, you can chop them to your soups or broths to impart a refreshing coastal taste, particularly in seafood chowders. Try pickling them for a tangy condiment that adds depth to sandwiches or charcuterie boards.
You can use Sea Fennel as a filling in seafood tacos, adding a burst of flavor and texture that will impress your guests.
Nutritional Facts:
Sea Fennel is rich in essential oils, containing a variety of compounds that contribute to its unique aromatic complexity. It includes gamma-terpinene, a compound also found in citrus fruits, known for its antioxidant properties.
Additionally, Sea Fennel contains sabinene (present in carrots), beta-phellandrene (found in anise, celery, and fennel), and methyl thymol (from thyme). These natural compounds may offer various potential health benefits, making Sea Fennel not only a flavorful ingredient but also a nutritious addition to your diet.
Storage and Usage Tips:
Best kept in your refrigerator between 36 to 40°F in their clamshell packaging. This helps to keep Sea Fennel fresh and preserve its vibrant flavor and texture.
