Fennel Seed Fine Powder Xiao Hui Xiang Culinary Spice 500g

Fennel Seed Fine Powder, known in TCM as Xiao Hui Xiang (小茴香), is ground from the dried ripe fruits of Foeniculum vulgare. This finely milled culinary spice offers a warm sweet aroma and is traditionally associated with warming the middle and regulating qi in TCM theory. Sold as a food-grade agricultural product, it is intended for cooking and seasoning use.

Key Selling Points

• Finely ground fennel seed powder from dried ripe Foeniculum vulgare fruits
• Known in TCM as Xiao Hui Xiang (小茴香) with a long history in traditional herbal practice
• Naturally sun-dried and milled to a fine uniform texture for easy blending
• Warm sweet anise-like aroma suited to savory dishes and spice mixes
• Sourced from Gansu and sold as a 500g food-grade agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically pale green to yellowish green with a fine dry texture. It carries a warm sweet anise-like aroma, and when cooked it releases a mild licorice-like flavor that blends smoothly into dishes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Seasoning for braised and roasted meat dishes
• Blending into spice mixes and marinades
• Adding to soups stews and curries
• Flavoring baked goods and savory pastries

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory fennel seed is considered warm in nature with a pungent flavor and is traditionally associated with warming the middle and regulating qi. Traditionally it has been used in decoctions and culinary preparations, often paired with spices in braising blends, and is a common household seasoning in Chinese cooking.

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