Fox’s Spices Whole Star Anise 250g

Whole Star Anise

Fox’s Spices Whole Star Anise 250g offers a bold and aromatic spice that is both visually striking and full of flavour. Shaped like small star-shaped pods, each containing shiny seeds, star anise has a distinct sweet, liquorice-like taste with warm notes of spice. Commonly used in Asian and Middle Eastern cooking, it brings depth to savoury dishes, richness to sauces and stews, and complexity to sweet recipes. Whole star anise is also valued for flavouring drinks such as mulled wine, teas and cocktails. This versatile spice is a store cupboard essential for anyone who enjoys cooking with authentic, full-bodied ingredients.

Key Features:

• Distinct liquorice-like flavour with warm, sweet and aromatic notes.
• Whole star pods ideal for cooking, baking and infusing drinks.
• Versatile ingredient used in both savoury dishes and desserts.
• Popular in Asian cuisine, European baking and seasonal drinks.
• Size: 250g

Recipe Inspiration:

• Add to a slow-cooked beef stew for a rich and aromatic depth of flavour.
• Simmer in mulled wine or spiced cider for a warming seasonal drink.
• Infuse in poaching syrup for pears or apples to create an elegant dessert.
• Incorporate into Chinese-style braised pork belly or duck for authentic flavour.

What does star anise taste like?

Star anise has a sweet, liquorice-like flavour with warm and aromatic undertones, often compared to fennel and aniseed.

What is star anise used for in cooking?

Star anise is used to flavour savoury dishes such as stews, soups and braised meats, as well as desserts, baked goods and hot drinks.

Can you reuse whole star anise after cooking?

Whole star anise can sometimes be reused if it has been simmered briefly, but most of its flavour is released during cooking, so it is best used fresh each time.

Ingredients:

100% Star Aniseed

Allergens highlighted in BOLD.

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