mezzomediFennel fronds
Very anise-flavored fennel fronds, licorice-like and floral freshness.
Fennel dill is a fine herb with delicately aniseed aromas, more subtle than ordinary dill. It offers a light and slightly sweet flavor, ideal for perfuming fish, seafood, and delicate dishes in Mediterranean cuisine, without overpowering other flavors.
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Dill Classic88%Two complementary dill varieties that enhance each other in Mediterranean marinades and grilled fish.
Fennel seed Classic86%Same plant in two forms (seeds and herb), natural and deep harmony in fennel flavors.
Sardine Classic84%Wild fennel and sardines, the Sicilian pasta con le sarde.
Sea bream Classic84%Sea bream with dill: a classic Greek and Turkish recipe, the herb adds a delicate hint of anise.
Fennel Aroma bridge82%A subtle pairing: the anise-flavored herb complements the fennel bulb in gratins or roasts.
Sea bass Classic80%Fennel fronds and white fish, an aniseed fragrance.
Red mullet Classic80%Dill/fennel: delicate fragrance that complements the marine and sweet flavors of red mullet.
Octopus Classic79%Grilled octopus with Mediterranean herbs: fennel dill softens the meaty texture with its aniseed notes.
Shrimp Classic78%Mediterranean shrimp: dill complements the delicacy of the flesh without masking its briny taste.
Anise Classic78%Dill, fennel, and anise share a botanical and aromatic kinship in Greek and Levantine cuisines.
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FAQ
What goes with fennel fronds?
Fennel fronds pairs especially well with dill, fennel seed, sardine, sea bream and fennel. Two complementary dill varieties that enhance each other in Mediterranean marinades and grilled fish.
What can I substitute for fennel fronds?
If you don't have it, try: dill, fennel seed, anise.