Star Anise, Ground

Ground star anise has a strong liquorice flavour with warm, sweet notes. The powder is made by grinding whole star anise, known for its characteristic star shape as the name suggests. Star anise is one of the vital spices within Chinese cooking for pork and chicken dishes.

The fine, ground texture ensures it blends seamlessly with other spices, allowing for an even distribution of its flavour throughout a dish, making it suitable for adding a consistent taste to recipes.

This powder is one of the key ingredients in the famous Chinese Five Spice, which is used for meat rubs and curry bases. Try adding powdered star anise when making duck à l’orange or a sweet apple tart.

Ground star anise is also often used in baking, especially in desserts like cookies, cakes and pastries. It provides a unique, warm and slightly sweet flavour that pairs well with other spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.

Star anise powder can be added to sauces, marinades, and dressings to infuse them with its distinct flavour. You could even add it to beverages like hot chocolate, coffee, and chai tea to provide a unique and aromatic twist to the flavour profile.

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