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