Coastal Cali Fennel Pollen Rub

Use fennel pollen on types of seafood, including scallops, mussels, lobster, crab, and other fish. Fennel pollen spices are also great for seasoning pork, chicken, eggs, vegetables, and potatoes.

Just down the road from our Austin spice store, Brentwood Social House uses our Coastal Cali Fennel Pollen Rub to season the fennel-spiced cream sauce in their beloved Chicken Pie. Proof that great flavor starts close to home.

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Fennel grows wild all over the California coast. The pollen from the plant is prized for its bold, yet delicate fennel flavor. We capitalized on those attributes when creating this elegant fennel pollen rub.

Coastal Cali Fennel Pollen Rub Q&A

What is fennel pollen?

Fennel pollen is made from the tiny yellow flowers that blossom from the end of a wild fennel bulb. These yellow buds are then dried and screened to make the pollen.

What does fennel pollen taste like?

Fennel pollen tastes mildly licoricey in flavor, with hints of anise. It's very aromatic and fragrant.

How do you use fennel pollen?

A little fennel pollen goes a long way, so even just adding a pinch can transform any old recipe you've whipped up into fine dining, gourmet flavor. It's best used to enhance fish, chicken, pork and vegetables.