Broken Star Anise

by Trailhead Spice CO.

$6.99

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Broken star anise delivers the same deep licorice sweetness and warming complexity as whole stars ‚ ideal for broths, braises, and spiced liquids where the shape doesn't matter but the flavor does. An essential ingredient in pho, Chinese five-spice, and mulling spice mixes, it builds beautiful aromatic depth over long, slow cooking. Pull it before serving ‚ it's a flavoring, not a garnish.

Size: 1/2 Cup Bag (Net: 0.75oz)

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Ingredients

Star anise

About This Blend

Despite carrying the same aromatic compound (anethole) as fennel and anise, star anise is botanically unrelated to both ‚ producing that familiar licorice warmth with a concentrated intensity that makes it the dominant spice in pho and five-spice alike.

Flavor Profile

Native to southern China and Vietnam, star anise carries the same aromatic compound as fennel and anise (anethole) despite being botanically unrelated ‚ and delivers it with more intensity than either in long-cooked broths and braises.

How To Use

Add to pho broth, Chinese master stock, and spiced braising liquids at the very beginning of cooking for deep licorice warmth.Include in five-spice powder blends alongside cinnamon, cloves, Szechuan pepper, and fennel seeds.Use in mulled wine, spiced cider, and hot beverages for a warmly anise-forward aromatic note.