Freshly ground spices are often more flavorful ... and the famous Chinese five spice powder contains both fennel and star ...

Alternatively, slice the fennel very thinly, 3mm, from top to bottom. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, season with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. Cook the wedges or slices on the hot pan ...

Season the pork loin with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; sprinkle the chopped herbs and the fennel seeds evenly over the pork. Roll up and tie firmly. Then drizzle well with extra ...