Fennel Seeds / Jintan Manis

Description

Other Name :
Perucheeragam ( Tamil )
Sombu ( Tamil )

Mostly used in North Indian cuisine. In order to keep their fragrance and flavor intact, fennel is generally ground just before preparing dishes. Roasted fennel seeds are chewed after meal to freshen breath as it helps to neutralize garlic breath and also has digestive properties. Health benefit: Contain an active compound that helps prevent cancer.