Star Anise 1kg

Discover the beautiful, star-shaped spice that powers some of the world's most beloved dishes. Spice n Easy's Premium Whole Star Anise is renowned for its powerful, sweet, and unmistakable liquorice flavour and captivating aroma. This whole spice is an essential building block in countless global cuisines, forming the aromatic base of Vietnamese pho, Chinese braised meats, and the complex warmth of five-spice powder.

Sold as whole, intact stars to preserve their potent volatile oils, our star anise allows you to impart deep, warming flavour to both savoury and sweet creations, from rich stews to festive baked goods and mulled wine.

Key Benefits & Features

• Whole, Intact Pods: Guarantees maximum freshness, flavour, and aroma until you're ready to use them.

• Strong, Sweet Liquorice Flavour: Delivers a potent, sweet, and warming taste that defines many Asian dishes.

• Essential for Pho & Broths: The non-negotiable spice for creating an authentic, aromatic Vietnamese pho broth.

• Key Spice Blend Component: The dominant flavour in Chinese five-spice powder and other warming blends.

• Versatile Sweet & Savoury Use: Perfect for slow-cooked meats, poached fruits, baking, and mulled wine.

• 100% Natural: Pure, whole star anise pods with no additives.

The Star of Your Spice Rack: Whole Star Anise

Looking for an authentic, aromatic spice to create deep, complex flavours? Spice n Easy's Whole Star Anise is a culinary powerhouse. Its unique eight-pointed pod shape makes it instantly recognizable, and its flavour is even more memorable. A little goes a long way, making it an economical and essential spice for adventurous cooks.

Why Buy Whole?
Grinding spices releases their volatile oils, causing them to lose potency quickly. By providing whole stars, we ensure you capture the full spectrum of their sweet, warming aroma and flavour every time. You can easily grind a pod as needed or use them whole to infuse liquids and then remove them.

How to Use Whole Star Anise in Your Kitchen:

• Authentic Vietnamese Pho: Simmer 2-3 stars in your broth to build the classic, aromatic base of this famous soup.

• Chinese Braises & Stews: Add to master stocks and red-cooked dishes for pork, beef, and duck for a deep, layered flavour.

• Homemade Five-Spice Powder: Grind with Sichuan pepper, fennel, cloves, and cinnamon to make your own authentic blend.

• Festive Baking & Drinks: Infuse into poaching liquids for pears, add to apple pies, or steep in mulled wine and cider for a warm, festive note.

• Indian Curries & Biryanis: A key aromatics in garam masala and certain rich, meat-based curries.

A Note on Use: Star anise is potent! Usually, 1-2 whole stars are sufficient to flavour an entire pot of soup or stew. Remember to remove the pods before serving.

Explore the World in Your Kitchen

At Spice n Easy, we are dedicated to providing Kiwis with authentic, high-quality spices that unlock global flavours. Our Whole Star Anise is a testament to that—a fundamental, versatile product that is your first step towards creating truly authentic and deeply flavourful Asian and fusion dishes at home.

Add a bag of this iconic spice to your cart and start building incredible flavours!