Fennel Seed is often used with fish dishes, stews, soups and curries. Good Italian sausage absolutely requires fennel. Ground fennel adds a mysterious element to a marinara or tomato sauce, to go with any type of pasta dish. The Fennel seed has always been considered an aid to digestion, and many people still drink fennel tea. Fennel Seed Spice Bag, 0.91 oz. (26 g) dry measure.