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How to Identify and Classify Fennel Bulbs
Contributed by: Crossley
  • 1. What is the most important characteristic to look for when selecting a fennel bulb?
A) A firm, unblemished bulb
B) A bulb with long, green stalks
C) A bulb covered in soil
D) A bulb with a strong anise aroma
  • 2. What indicates that a fennel bulb is past its prime?
A) A mild anise smell
B) Feathery fronds
C) Bruising or soft spots
D) Bright green stalks
  • 3. What part of the fennel plant is the 'bulb'?
A) The feathery fronds
B) The flowers
C) The long, green stalks
D) The swollen base where the stalks meet the root
  • 4. Which of these shapes is ideal for a fennel bulb?
A) Large and misshapen
B) Small and flattened
C) Round and symmetrical
D) Elongated and uneven
  • 5. What color should a fresh fennel bulb ideally be?
A) White or pale green
B) Purple
C) Brown
D) Dark green
  • 6. What does it indicate if the fennel bulb feels lightweight?
A) It has a mild flavor
B) It was recently harvested
C) It's a young bulb
D) It might be dried out
  • 7. What is the dominant flavor profile of fennel?
A) Mint
B) Citrus
C) Anise/licorice
D) Earthy
  • 8. How should the stalks of a good fennel bulb appear?
A) Wilted and yellowing
B) Firm and upright
C) Covered in spots
D) Brown and brittle
  • 9. Which part of the fennel can be eaten?
A) Only the fronds
B) Only the stalks
C) All parts (bulb, stalks, fronds)
D) Only the bulb
  • 10. What is the texture of a fresh fennel bulb?
A) Crisp and firm
B) Spongy
C) Soft and mushy
D) Rubbery
  • 11. How does bolting affect the fennel bulb's flavor?
A) It becomes more bitter
B) It does not affect the flavor
C) It becomes sweeter
D) It becomes milder
  • 12. Which type of fennel is mainly cultivated for its bulb?
A) Sweet fennel
B) Bitter fennel
C) Wild fennel
D) Florence fennel
  • 13. What is a 'slip' in fennel terminology?
A) A small, underdeveloped bulb
B) A method of propagation
C) A type of fennel disease
D) The outer layer of the bulb
  • 14. Why might a fennel bulb be slightly green?
A) Lack of nutrients
B) Exposure to sunlight
C) Pest infestation
D) Overwatering
  • 15. What size fennel bulb is generally preferred?
A) Very large
B) Medium-sized
C) Size doesn't matter
D) Very small
  • 16. If the feathery fronds are yellowing, what does this indicate?
A) The fennel is diseased
B) This is normal
C) The fennel needs more water
D) The fennel is starting to age
  • 17. What does it mean if a fennel bulb has a crack?
A) It might be damaged or drying out
B) It's perfectly fine
C) It will have a stronger flavor
D) It needs more sunlight
  • 18. What is the botanical name for fennel?
A) Foeniculum vulgare
B) Brassica oleracea
C) Apium graveolens
D) Daucus carota
  • 19. How should you store a fennel bulb?
A) In a dry pantry
B) In the freezer
C) In the refrigerator
D) At room temperature
  • 20. For best results, how soon should you use a fennel bulb after purchasing?
A) Within a few weeks
B) It can last indefinitely
C) Within a month
D) Within a few days
  • 21. What is the primary use of the fronds?
A) Making fennel tea
B) Fertilizer
C) Garnish or flavoring
D) Pest control
  • 22. If the fennel bulb has a hole, what might have caused this?
A) Normal growth
B) Sunburn
C) Insect damage
D) Overwatering
  • 23. What should you do with the stalks before storing the bulb?
A) Freeze them separately
B) Leave them on
C) Wrap them in plastic
D) Trim them down
  • 24. Is it acceptable for a fennel bulb to have a slight bulge or irregularity?
A) Yes, slight irregularities are common
B) It indicates it is old
C) Only if it's organic
D) No, it should be perfectly smooth
  • 25. What is a common culinary use of fennel?
A) Jams and jellies
B) Pickling
C) Candies
D) Salads or braised dishes
  • 26. A very large fennel bulb tends to be:
A) Sweeter and more tender
B) Woody and less flavorful
C) More aromatic
D) More expensive
  • 27. What should you avoid when selecting fennel bulbs?
A) Bulbs with green stalks
B) Bulbs with a strong anise scent
C) Bulbs with signs of mold
D) Bulbs that are slightly dirty
  • 28. What is the texture of the stalks of a young fennel bulb?
A) Mushy and limp
B) Tough and fibrous
C) Dry and brittle
D) Tender and crisp
  • 29. Which of these conditions indicates potential root rot in fennel?
A) Small bulb size
B) Strong anise aroma
C) Dark, mushy base of bulb
D) Yellowing fronds
  • 30. What part of the fennel plant is used to make fennel seeds?
A) The dried flower heads
B) The stalks
C) The bulb
D) The fronds
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