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Orange Honeydew Melon
Oval-to-round and a delicious cross between a cantaloupe and a honeydew, the very fleshy juicy orangish-yellow pulp of the orange honeydew melon is encased in a hard very yellow matching rind.
Spring Onions
Spring onions are most often utilized raw. The whole onion can be flash blanched and grilled, which brings out more the robust and sweet elements of the onions, and makes them a bolder pair for fish and meats
Seasons/Availability
Baby Fennel is available year round.
Current Facts
Fennel is of the species Foeniculum vulgare whereas anise is of the species Pimpinella anisum. The flavor of fennel and anise are very similar, and for this reason, there is often a confusing exchange of their Asian names. To add even more confusion, fennel is sometimes confused with dill. At maturity, fennel is a taller plant with longer, somewhat shinier and less divided leaves. Fennel stems are not hollow, as are those of the dill plant. If ever in doubt, simply taste the leaves; fennel's delicate flavor of licorice distinguishes the two.
Description/Taste
Baby fennel is immature fennel that produces licorice-flavored feathery leaves. The roots are also edible. Baby fennel seeds are sweet and release an anise aroma.
Nutritional Value
A fair source of vitamin A, vitamin C, niacin and potassium, fennel contains small amounts of calcium, iron, protein and carbohydrates, plus provides some dietary fiber. Low in fat and calories, one cup of fennel has about 30 calories.
Applications
Baby fennel make an attractive garnish for most anything. For a light salad using contrasting flavors, combine baby fennel, smoked ham and fresh oranges sections. To store, place in plastic bag; keep in coldest part of refrigerator. Use within three to four days for optimum taste and quality. If allowed to dry, the flavor of baby fennel is lost.
Geography/History
Thriving most anywhere, fennel plants can grow to be very old. Not minding ordinary soil, fennel prefers plenty of sun and can tolerate dry and sunny conditions. Loving the living conditions, fennel has naturalized along the coast of Northern California.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Piatti | San Diego CA | 858-454-1589 |
| Burlap | San Diego CA | 858 369 5700 |
| Blind Lady | San Diego CA | 619-255-2491 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-867-4295 |
| Aztec Shops Catering | San Diego CA | 619-594-7641 |
| Hotel Del Coronado 1500 Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Marine Room | San Diego CA | 858-551-4676 |
| Vine Cottage | La Mesa CA | 619-465-0138 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Solace & the Moonlight Lounge | Encinitas CA | 760-753-2433 |
| La Costa Blue Fire | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| San Diego Culinary Institute Inc. | La Mesa CA | 619-644-2100 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Banquets | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| La Costa Glen Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| Tuscany | Carlsbad CA | 760-929-8111 |
| Roppongi | San Diego CA | 858-551-5252 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 800 843 4661 |
| US Grant Hotel Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Cafe Chloe | San Diego CA | 619-232-3242 |
| Urban Solace | San Diego CA | 619-295-6464 |
| La Valencia | San Diego CA | 858-551-3750 |
| The Oceanaire Seafood Room | San Diego CA | 619-858-2277 |
| West Coast Tavern | San Diego CA | 619-295-1688 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| Nine - Ten | San Diego CA | 858-964-5400 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Quality Social | San Diego CA | 619-501-7675 |
| Davanti Enoteca | San Diego CA | 858-519-5060 |
| The Crossings | Carlsbad CA | 760-444-1800 |
| Bernard'O Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-487-7171 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Baby Fennel. One
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馅饼制作完全攻略手册 |
| The Fresh Dish |
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Braised Duck Ragu with Fennel and Tagliatelle |
| Lara Ferroni |
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Fennel Blossom Soup |
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sweet potato with baby fennel and hibiscus leaves Near Beverly Hills, California, United States About 25 days ago |
