Product Review

An unusual, star-shaped spice, star anise adds pungent, licorice-like flavor and aroma to meats, stews, mulled beverages and liqueurs. Botanical Name: Illicium velum Hook. f. Product Notes: A bit stronger than anise seed, this intriguing, star-shaped spice is often used in Chinese and Vietnamese cooking. An essential ingredient in Chinese five spice powder, star anise can also be used in simmering meat and poultry dishes and in combination with other whole spices for mulling cider and wine. A warm-sweet seasoning that imparts a licorice-like flavor to desserts, liquors and meats. Origin: Vietnam Kosher: KSA Certified Common Name: Star Anise Plant Part: Fruit Grade: Select Grade (minimum 75% whole stars)