Not only fresh fennel taste amazing but has unique health benefits as well. Bone Health. Due to the calcium content, fennel can help maintain bone strength and health. Improves Skin Health. Lowers Blood Pressure. Aids Digestion. Prevents Anemia. Iron and histidine, an amino acid found in fennel, are both helpful in the treatment of anemia.. Helps Prevent Cancer. Decreases Risk of Heart Disease.
In India fennel which is more commonly known as saunf is used as seeds, it comes in colors ranging from bright green to pale green and tan and has a licorice like taste sweeter and slightly less pungent and intense than licorice. Fennel is used extensively in Indian cooking. But if you can get hod of fresh fennel, I recommend to try and I am sure you will fall in love with it.
Oil | 1/2 Tablespoon | |
Mustard seeds | 1 Teaspoon | |
Cumin seeds | 1 Teaspoon (jeera) | |
Turmeric | 1/4 Teaspoon (haldi) | |
Chopped fennel bulb | 1 Cup (16 tbs) | |
Coriander cumin powder | 1 Tablespoon | |
Red chill powder | 1 Teaspoon | |
Salt | To Taste | |
Potato | 1 Large | |
Water | 4 Tablespoon | |
Fennel leaves | 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) , chop |
Please watch video for directions!