The pungent, licorice-like aroma makes star anise an integral ingredient in Chinese 5 Spice where it’s combined with fennel, cinnamon, Szechuan peppercorns and cloves. This spice is used to season everything from roast duck to spiced nuts, but you could also use it as a substitute for pumpkin pie spice when baking. Remove before serving, great in poaching liquid.

50g