Star Anise Whole 50 g

Star Anise Whole 50 g
Illicium verum is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to northeast Vietnam and southwest China. A spice commonly called star anise, star aniseed, Chinese star anise.
It is used as a spice in preparation of biryani and masala chai all over the Indian subcontinent. It is widely used in Chinese cuisine, and in Malay and Indonesian cuisines. has a flavor that is reminiscent of licorice.
The dominant flavour in Chinese five-spice .
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NZ$ 8.99
SP-Star Anise
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☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ( 4.9/5 from 9 reviews )
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Star Anise Recipe

🍜 Vietnamese Pho Bo (Beef Noodle Soup)

📜 Authentic Recipe

Broth Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs beef bones (marrow + knuckle)

  • 3 whole star anise (key spice)

  • 1 cinnamon stick

  • 3 cloves

  • 1 black cardamom pod

  • 2-inch ginger (charred)

  • 1 onion (charred)

  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds

  • 1 tbsp rock sugar

  • 1/4 cup fish sauce

Key Steps:

  1. Char aromatics: Blacken ginger + onion over flame (adds smokiness)

  2. Toast spices: Star anise + cinnamon + cloves 1 min (awakens oils)

  3. Simmer broth 12+ hours (extract collagen + spice essence)

  4. Strain → serve over rice noodles + thin-sliced beef

Pro Tip:

  • For clear broth, skim relentlessly first 2 hours

🌟 Why Star Anise Dominates:

  1. Flavor science:

    • Anethole (same compound as aniseed) = sweet licorice note

    • Heat-stable: Flavor survives long simmering

  2. Visual drama: Whole pods make Instagram-worthy broth

  3. Global versatility: Also stars in Chinese red braises, Indian biryanis

Serving Ritual:
🌱 Heap with Thai basil, bean sprouts, lime, chili

🥇 Other Top Star Anise Recipes:

  1. Chinese Five-Spice Powder (star anise + Szechuan pepper blend)

  2. Mulled Wine (2 pods per bottle)

  3. Indian Garam Masala (some regional versions include it)

 

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  • ★★★★★
    Star Anise
    Product is fresh and was delivered very quickly!
    Posted: 2022-04-24
  • ★★★★★
    A Real Star! Star Anise
    This product arrived in quick time. I opened one bag and instantly the fresh and invigourating aroma of Aniseed burst forth and it was delicious. I drink soda water, made at home, and one star in the bottle flavours it with sweetness and that lovely flavour. Star Anise has many health benefits, which is why I purchased it in the first place. I totally love Spice n easy products because they are always fresh, and of really good quality. The Star Anise has not disappointed me!
    Posted: 2021-11-25
  • ★★★★★
    Star Anise
    Quick delivery and quality product thank you.
    Posted: 2021-11-09
  • ★★★★★
    Star Anise
    Excellent product and speedy delivery thank you
    Posted: 2021-09-09
  • ★★★★★
    Posted: 2022-04-24
  • ★★★★★
    Posted: 2021-11-16
  • ★★★★★
    Posted: 2021-11-13
  • ★★★★
    Posted: 2021-11-06
  • ★★★★★
    Star Anise
    Product is fresh and was delivered very quickly!
    Posted: 2022-04-24
  • ★★★★★
    A Real Star! Star Anise
    This product arrived in quick time. I opened one bag and instantly the fresh and invigourating aroma of Aniseed burst forth and it was delicious. I drink soda water, made at home, and one star in the bottle flavours it with sweetness and that lovely flavour. Star Anise has many health benefits, which is why I purchased it in the first place. I totally love Spice n easy products because they are always fresh, and of really good quality. The Star Anise has not disappointed me!
    Posted: 2021-11-25
  • ★★★★★
    Star Anise
    Quick delivery and quality product thank you.
    Posted: 2021-11-09
  • ★★★★★
    Star Anise
    Excellent product and speedy delivery thank you
    Posted: 2021-09-09

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