Spices · Whole
Star anise
Also called ba jiao, da liao
Star-shaped dried seed pods with a sweet, strong liquorice flavour; for Chinese red-braising, pho broth, five-spice, biryani and mulled wine.
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodAnise seeds
Same liquorice note but lighter; use about half a teaspoon of seeds per pod.
- T2 · GoodFennel seeds
Milder and sweeter; use about a teaspoon of seeds per pod.
- T2 · GoodFive-spice powder
Contains star anise plus clove and cinnamon; about half a teaspoon per pod.
- T3 · In a pinchLiquorice root
Sweet liquorice flavour, less aromatic; simmer and remove.
Cook with Star anise
