Star Anise is a star-shaped spice derived from the fruit of the Illicium verum tree, known for its distinct anise-like flavour and sweet, licorice-like aroma. This spice is widely used in a variety of culinary applications, particularly in Asian cuisine. It adds depth and complexity to soups, stews, and braised dishes, and is an essential ingredient in spice blends like Chinese five-spice powder and garam masala. Beyond its culinary uses, star anise offers numerous health benefits, including antimicrobial properties, potential anti-inflammatory effects, and aiding in digestion. When star anise is unavailable, substitutes like anise seeds or fennel seeds can be used to replicate its unique flavour profile in recipes.
May contain: nuts, sesame seeds, peanuts, gluten, soya, mustard, sulfites and celery.
Allergen Advice: for allergens, see ingredients in bold.
Nutritional Information Per 100g
Energy (Kj) 1868
Energy (Kcal) 446
Fat (g) 16
of which saturates (g) 0.6
Carbohydrates (g) 50
of which sugars (g) 0
Protein (g) 18
Salt (g) 0
Star Anise is a star-shaped spice derived from the fruit of the Illicium verum tree, known for its distinct anise-like flavour and sweet, licorice-like aroma. This spice is widely used in a variety of culinary applications, particularly in Asian cuisine. It adds depth and complexity to soups, stews, and braised dishes, and is an essential ingredient in spice blends like Chinese five-spice powder and garam masala. Beyond its culinary uses, star anise offers numerous health benefits, including antimicrobial properties, potential anti-inflammatory effects, and aiding in digestion. When star anise is unavailable, substitutes like anise seeds or fennel seeds can be used to replicate its unique flavour profile in recipes.
May contain: nuts, sesame seeds, peanuts, gluten, soya, mustard, sulfites and celery.
Allergen Advice: for allergens, see ingredients in bold.
Nutritional Information Per 100g
Energy (Kj) 1868
Energy (Kcal) 446
Fat (g) 16
of which saturates (g) 0.6
Carbohydrates (g) 50
of which sugars (g) 0
Protein (g) 18
Salt (g) 0
