Fennel

Aromatic fennel might not be an ingredient you find in every dish, but when it's missing you certainly notice! Similar in taste to star anise, fennel is common in India (and is used there as a breath freshener) and is an ingredient in Chinese five-spice dishes. Fennel is also used in Italian sausages, so if you want to fool your tongue into thinking a sauce is meatier than it is, just use a little fennel! .6 oz. Org

Origin: Egypt