Sugared Fennel Seeds

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Small fennel seeds, traditionally candied, with a sweet, intensely aromatic taste. Their fresh, balsamic notes recall anise and liquorice. In Genoa they have long been linked to births and christenings, seen as a good omen and a symbol of sweetness, prosperity and good wishes.

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Dietary Requirements

Gluten-Free
Lactose-Free

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light and sources of heat. After opening, reseal the package carefully.

The Special Ingredient

Fennel seeds

With an aromatic taste featuring delicate aniseed notes and a pleasant balsamic nuance, fennel seeds are traditionally eaten at the end of a meal for their fresh, digestive qualities.

Full Ingredient List

Sugar, fennel seeds, thickener: gum arabic, corn starch, May contain nuts.

Nutritional Information

Calories 432 Kcal/1822 kj, Fats 9 g of which saturated fatty acids 0.9 g, Carbohydrates 80 g of which sugars 73 g, Proteins 4 g, Sodium 0.01 g.

THE ARTISAN PROCESS

Sugar-coating fennel seeds calls for great precision: in the traditional basins they rotate slowly while the confectioner adds the syrup a little at a time, carefully calibrating quantity, temperature and speed. A patient gesture that achieves a thin, even coating.

FAQ

Why are they given to nursing mothers?

Genoese folk tradition credits fennel seeds with milk-boosting properties, though there's no definitive scientific proof. Fennel is nonetheless known for its digestive and carminative properties.

How are candied fennel seeds eaten?

Traditionally enjoyed after meals, letting them dissolve slowly in the mouth. Also good dissolved in hot water for a sweet digestive tea, or crumbled over yoghurt and spoon desserts.

Are they suitable for children?

Candied fennel seeds are traditionally considered suitable for children too, for their gentle digestive properties. However, given their very small size, supervision is recommended to avoid choking risk in young children.

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