Fennel Seeds, Whole (Foeniculum vulgare) – Bulk Herb & Spice for Cooking & Tea

Fennel seeds (Foeniculum vulgare) are small, aromatic seeds with a delightful licorice-like flavor and sweet herbal aroma. Long valued in both European and Asian cooking, fennel is a kitchen and apothecary staple that pairs well with both sweet and savory recipes.

Whole fennel seeds are a classic addition to soups, sauces, pickling blends, and baked goods, and they shine in Italian cooking—from homemade tomato sauces to perfectly seasoned meatballs. They can also be steeped into herbal teas, blended into spice rubs, or toasted to bring out a deeper, nuttier flavor.

Everyday Uses on the Homestead

• Sweet, herbal aroma with a gentle licorice-like flavor

• Essential in Italian dishes, breads, and sauces

• Perfect for pickling, spice blends, and baked goods

• A versatile bulk herb for both kitchen and apothecary projects

Access the herbal monograph for this particular herb in the Herbal Studio - details found here.