Fennel Seeds Xiao Hui Xiang 500g Dried Culinary Spice for Cooking and Seasoning

Fennel Seeds, known in TCM as Xiao Hui Xiang (小茴香), from Foeniculum vulgare, are the dried ripe fruits of the fennel plant. Warm and aromatic with a sweet anise-like flavor, they are traditionally associated in TCM theory with warming the middle and regulating qi. Widely used as a kitchen spice for braising, roasting, and stewing, they are a versatile pantry staple for everyday culinary use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried fennel seeds supplied as a 500g bulk pack for home kitchens
• Botanical source Foeniculum vulgare, known in TCM as Xiao Hui Xiang
• Warm sweet anise-like aroma suited to braising and stewing
• Nitrogen-flush processing with storage in a cool dry place
• Traditionally used in TCM as a warming digestive spice

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, elongated, and greenish-brown with fine ridges. They carry a warm, sweet, anise-like aroma, and when toasted or simmered they release a mellow licorice-like flavor that blends well with meats and vegetables.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Add whole seeds to braises, stews, and slow-cooked meats
• Toast and grind for spice blends and rubs
• Simmer in broths and marinades for aromatic depth
• Brew as a light herbal infusion or add to baked goods

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Xiao Hui Xiang is considered warm in nature with pungent flavor and is traditionally associated with warming the middle and dispersing cold. It has long been used in decoctions and culinary dishes, especially in winter braises and meat seasonings, and is a familiar component of five-spice style blends in Chinese home cooking.

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