Usage Note
Fenouil is the aromatic plant prized in French and Mediterranean cooking for its anise-like flavor. Both the bulb (le bulbe de fenouil) and the feathery fronds (les fanes) are used in recipes. It is a key ingredient in bouillabaisse and pairs well with fish.
Examples
"Elle a ajouté du fenouil dans la soupe de poisson."
Natural Translation
She added fennel to the fish soup.

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