{"product_id":"asteroeidis-glykanisos-skoni","title":"Star Anise Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003eSweet, licorice-like powder with an intense anise aroma and a deep root character. Star anise is one of the most recognizable spices in Asian cuisine and a key ingredient in the famous Chinese 5-spice blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe spice we use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDried and ground star anise fruit in a fine powder. It fully retains the ethereal trans-anethole and other aromatic compounds of the fruit and is ready for immediate use without processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBotanical identity\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStar anise (\u003cem\u003eIllicium verum\u003c\/em\u003e) belongs to the Schisandraceae family. It is mainly cultivated in Southeast Asia (China, Vietnam, Laos). It is not botanically related to common anise (\u003cem\u003ePimpinella anisum\u003c\/em\u003e) but has a similar aroma due to the presence of trans-anethole.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAroma, color and taste\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntense, sweet-licorice aroma with notes of anise and slight sweetness. Light brown color in powder form. Sweet, spicy taste, with a slightly warm aftertaste at the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow it is used\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA key ingredient in Chinese 5-spice blend and Vietnamese pho. Used in Chinese stews, meat and duck\/pork marinades, in masala chai, and in aromatic sweet preparations. In powder form, it is ready for immediate use without needing to be ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCombinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombines perfectly with cinnamon, cloves, Sichuan pepper, and fennel in the 5-spice blend. With ginger, cardamom, and cloves in masala chai. With chocolate and pear in aromatic sweets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePhysical appearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFine powder in a light brown-brown color. Fine texture, tendency to clump in humid conditions. The powder retains its aroma better than the whole fruit when ground immediately before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a sealed container, away from light, moisture and heat. Retains its aroma for many months under proper conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelongs to the Schisandraceae family (\u003cem\u003eIllicium verum\u003c\/em\u003e). Do not confuse with Japanese star anise (\u003cem\u003eIllicium anisatum\u003c\/em\u003e) which is toxic. During pregnancy or if taking anticoagulant medications, consult a doctor before regular use in large quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore content on Asian spices can be found on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spices-bazaar-2.myshopify.com\/blogs\/news\"\u003eSpices Bazaar Blog\u003c\/a\u003e, while new arrivals and offers are announced on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/spicesbazaar\"\u003eour Facebook page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spices Bazaar","offers":[{"title":"50 g","offer_id":54896405315911,"sku":"SB-SPC-64491-050","price":3.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 g","offer_id":54896405348679,"sku":"SB-SPC-64491-100","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 g","offer_id":54896405381447,"sku":"SB-SPC-64491-500","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg","offer_id":54896405414215,"sku":"SB-SPC-64491-1KG","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/1805\/5751\/files\/spices-bazaar-asteroeidis-glykanisos-skoni-01-top.webp?v=1788635978","url":"https:\/\/spices-bazaar-2.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/asteroeidis-glykanisos-skoni","provider":"Spices Bazaar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}