Anise, Star Ground

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About Anise, Star Ground

Product Info:
Star Anise (Illicium Verum) is a star shaped fruit from an Evergreen Tree that is native to China. These trees can bear fruit for over a century. The tree bears yellow flower that ripens into a brown star shaped spice. The Star Anise seeds are not as aromatic and flavorful as the pod. Star Anise is an important spice in Chinese and Vietnamese cooking and is an essential ingredient in the Chinese five spice powder. Star Anise is not the same as Anise Seed. Both Star Anise and Anise Seed share an essential oil called Anethole (Licorice Taste) which is why these spices have a similar flavor. Star Anise has more of a robust flavor than the Anise Seed. Star Anise is rusty brown, star shaped ranging from 1" to 1-1/2" wide. 

Suggested Use:
Use Star Anise in barbecued or roasted chicken, poached fish or shellfish, light soups based on clear broth, rice pudding, steamed cabbage and braised leeks. 

Ingredients:
Star Anise

Country of Origin:  Vietnam

Basic Prep:
Star anise can be added whole or ground to a recipe. 

Product Reviews

  • 5
    amazing

    Posted by Allen, NH on 14th Aug 2012

    Tried on a whim, but glad I did. Really fine quality and flavorful. great price too. can't wait to try some of the other anise's