Celery vs Fennel

A side-by-side guide to substituting Fennel for Celery (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.75 cup of Fennel for every 1 cup of Celery.

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Celery

Base unit: cup

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Fennel

Conversion: Use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup)

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Notes: Has stronger anise-like flavor; use about three-quarters the amount and add gradually to taste.

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When to use Fennel instead of Celery

Has stronger anise-like flavor; use about three-quarters the amount and add gradually to taste. The conversion is use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup).

Common questions

Can I substitute Fennel for Celery?

Yes — Has stronger anise-like flavor; use about three-quarters the amount and add gradually to taste. Ratio: Use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup).

What's the conversion ratio for Celery to Fennel?

Use 75% as much (0.75 cup per 1 cup). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Celery and Fennel interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Has stronger anise-like flavor; use about three-quarters the amount and add gradually to taste..

Is Fennel a better substitute than other options for Celery?

Fennel is one of the options SubSwap lists for Celery. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Celery substitutes.

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