For: Nitra Fennel Seed (Sonf)

After-Meal Fennel & Mint After-Meal Mix

  • Vegan
  • Indian
  • ⏱ 5 min
  • Serves 4

A traditional, simple after-dinner mouth freshener that's little more than toasted fennel and crushed mishri.

04 · Spices & Masalas

Method

  1. 1

    Toast the fennel

    Dry-roast the fennel seed in a small pan over low heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

  2. 2

    Cool

    Let the toasted fennel cool completely.

  3. 3

    Mix in the mint and mishri

    Combine the cooled fennel with the crushed mint leaves and mishri.

  4. 4

    Store

    Keep in a small airtight jar.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Offer a spoonful after meals as a traditional mouth freshener.

Nitra tip

Toast the fennel over low heat and watch it closely — it burns quickly and turns bitter if the pan is too hot.