Anise Seeds, Whole

Anise seeds or Aniseeds are warm, sweet seeds with hints of liquorice, fennel and star anise. Cultivated from the Apiaceae plants, these seeds are used across Mediterranean and Southwest Asian cooking.

Native to both regions, this small, star-shaped seed (sometimes confused with star anise) contains an oil called anethole, which is responsible for the characteristic flavour and aroma of anise. In ancient times, Anise Seeds were used as a breath freshener, a spice in bread making and even for medicinal purposes. It’s believed to have digestive, expectorant and carminative properties.

Love or hate the flavour, Anise seeds are famously associated with Ole English sweets such as aniseeds balls and humbugs. Aside from confectionary, these seeds are perfect within tomato-based sauces or used as a dry rub on pork.

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