A little about this dish
Taking inspiration from the complex flavors of Chinese cuisine and featuring the aromaticness of Fennel, this smoothie will warm you up on a chilly day, while providing a spring-like freshness. Star anise will lend a subtle licoricy flavor that complements the fennel beautifully, mingling with the sweetness of ripe bananas and tanginess of orange. Lastly, a touch of honey for sweetness and a sprinkle of chia seeds for a health boost makes it perfect for any day!
Ingredients (for 2)
- Fresh fennel bulb — 1 small — thinly sliced
- Star anise — 1 pod
- Ripe banana — 1 large
- Fresh orange — 1 large — peeled, seeds removed
- Honey — 2 tablespoons — or to taste
- Chia seeds — 1 tablespoon
- Ice cubes — Handful
- Filtered water — 1 cup
Preparation
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Step 1 — 🔪🍌🍊Combine the fennel slices, banana, orange, honey, ice cubes and water in a blender.
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Step 2 — 🌟🔨👃Crush the star anise pod lightly to release its flavor and add it to the blender.
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Step 3 — ⚡️🌀🥣Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Step 4 — 🥛🥛🏋️Pour the smoothie into two tall glasses.
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Step 5 — 🍾🌱😋Sprinkle with chia seeds and garnish with a sprig of fresh fennel. Serve immediately.
A final fox tip
A quick tip: replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar as vegan alternatives. To make this smoothie even more interesting, you can try adding a dash of fresh ginger for extra warmth or a handful of baby spinach for a green booster.