Fennel seeds and cumin powder look a little similar. It is really difficult to distinguish them from each other only by their appearance, because both of them are very similar to millet, but there will be differences if you look closely. First of all, in shape, the surface of fennel seeds is yellow-green or light yellow, smooth and hairless, with five dragon riding edges on the surface, slightly flat belly, fragrant and slightly sweet.

The surface of cumin powder is yellow-green, and there is an obvious longitudinal edge with lighter color in the center of the ventral surface, which has a special fragrance and a slightly pungent taste. Secondly, in the powder state, fennel seeds are yellow-brown, while cumin powder is yellow-green. Finally, fennel seeds are mostly used in stuffing and cold salad, while cumin powder is mostly used in barbecue and barbecue.

Fennel purchase skills

It is necessary to pay attention to the fennel with good quality, which is yellowish brown or yellowish green in color, shaped like rice, with large and long grains, full texture, bright and bright, strong licorice fragrance and less stalks and impurities. In addition, we must look at the dry humidity of fennel. Usually, when buying, it is better to choose bulk. If it is bottled, the bottle can be turned upside down. If it flows smoothly, the dryness is better. If you feel sticky, you will get wet.

Bad fennel is green in color and uneven in size, and there will be a lot of impurities and dust when caught. It smells bad. It doesn't smell like licorice.

Reference to the above content? Baidu encyclopedia-fennel