Antica Drogheria Francioni Wild Fennel Pollen
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There are a few choice ingredients we keep on hand for boosting the flavor of our favorite dishes—a bottle of colatura, a jar of concentrated Italian tomato paste, dried porcini mushrooms . . . but there is one secret spice in our pantry that adds depth and umami plus a dazzle of aromatic magic: Wild Fennel Pollen.
Wild Fennel Pollen—hand-harvested from the tiny yellow-green fennel flowers growing in the Tuscan countryside just before the plants go to seed—is milder yet more fragrant than fennel seed, with an intoxicating, crisp aroma of fresh fennel fronds and subtle notes of licorice and anise.
Don't take our word for it—the Wall Street Journal believes in the magic of fennel pollen too (WSJ writer Jane Black calls it "foodie fairy dust").
This is one of my favorite herb mixes to pull when preparing dinner. Dinner on the grill; fish, chicken,or beef with Fennel Pollen.
We use this on everything. It is particularly good in chicken salad, but adds a mystical dimension to anything. Use sparingly and no one will ever suspect the hidden secret. It's not a common ingredient, but it should be. I'm thinking it is going to be one of my stocking stuffers this year!
Incredibly fragrant and delicious wild herb that can be used for a number of different applications in the kitchen. Great on roasted white meat, root vegetables, and even salad dressings. Love the aroma and the texture!
I LOVE this product, especially with pork!
Wild Fennel Pollen from Antica Drogheria Francioni