Five Spice Powder - Chinese - Salt Free
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$7.00
A core pantry staple in Chinese homes, this freshly ground, salt free Chinese five spice powder is the quickest way to Chinese cooking. Made with toasted fennel, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise and cinnamon. Five spice powder complements rich and fatty meats like duck, barbecued pork and beef. Try cooking in veggie stir fries, roasted carrots or muffins too. Get cooking with our recipes below: Chinese five spice recipes.
Toasted fennel, cinnamon, star anise, Szechuan peppercorns, cloves
What is Chinese Five Spice Powder?
Chinese Five Spice powder is one of the essential base seasonings for much of Chinese cooking. While the exact origin of this blend is unknown, it is believed it is meant to incorporate all five taste elements: sweet, sour, bitter, pungent & salty. A little bit of this mix goes a long way.
The traditional spices that go into this mix are star anise, Szechuan peppercorns, fennel, cassia, and clove. Cassia is a relative of cinnamon and slightly more bitter. Combined together, these spices create a balance of flavors, heats, and mouth sensations meant to enhance the qualities in the dish without overwhelming it.
Taste: Sweet, bitter, salty
Uses: Dry rubs (especially duck & pork), roasted vegetables, baked goods like muffins and cookies
Chinese Five Spice Recipes & Cooking Tips
Five-spice powder is a fantastic addition to fatty meat dishes, like duck, pork and goose, as a spice rub for meat. We'll also add a pinch to black bean burgers, marinades, like tempeh or vegetable stir fries, rice dishes, and even some baked goods for the unexpected and warming flavors.