
Fennel
Property | Specification |
Color | Green to yellow-brown |
Shape | Oval, slightly curved, and ridged |
Size | 4–5 mm in length, 2–3 mm in width |
Weight | 0.05–0.1 grams per seed |
Texture | Smooth, slightly firm |
Taste | Sweet, aromatic, mildly licorice-like |
Smell | Sweet, aromatic, similar to anise |
Surface | Smooth with longitudinal ridges |
Essential Oil Content | 1.5–3% (responsible for flavor and aroma) |
Moisture Content | 8–10% (for dried fennel seeds) |
Form | Whole seeds, powdered |