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Anise Star
Origin: China, Vietnam
Flavor Profile
"Sweet, licorice-like, warm and deeply aromatic"
About This Spice
Star anise is the star-shaped fruit of Illicium verum. Each pod contains a single seed. It has a more intense, slightly more bitter flavor than regular anise and is a key ingredient in pho and Chinese five-spice.
Health Benefits & Value
Contains shikimic acid, a key ingredient in antiviral medications. Rich in antioxidants and has antimicrobial properties.
Culinary Uses
Pho brothChinese five-spicebraised meatschai teabiryani
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