Whole Star Anise (Anetwale) 7 Oz

Natural Food Whole Star Anise (Anetwale) 7 Oz

• Packed: 7 OZ
• Brand: RANJE FWAYE
• UPC: 707966102006

DESCRIPTION

Star anise is the seed pod from the fruit of the Illicium verum plant, an evergreen shrub native to Southwest China. The star anise pod, which is shaped like a star (hence its name), has an average of eight points, each containing a single pea-sized seed. Both the seeds and the pod are used in cooking and contain the sweet, potent anise flavor.

ORIGIN

Star anise originated in southern China and has been used as a medicine and spice for more than 3,000 years. During the late 1500s, star anise came to Europe via an English sailor and soon after was traded along the tea route from China through Russia.

TASTE

Star anise has a very strong, distinct flavor that is warm, sweet, and spicy, similar to licorice, fennel seed, clove, and anise seed, of course. Although the flavor of star anise is generally thought of as sweet, it is commonly used in savory dishes ad also because of its sweet flavor, star anise was mainly used in jams, syrups, and puddings and later substituted in commercial drinks for anise seed.

COOKING WITH STAR ANISE (ANETWALE)

The cooking technique will depend on whether whole pods or ground star anise is being used. Whole pods can be simmered in sauces, marinades, and soups, and then removed before serving. The pods do not soften as they cook and therefore cannot be consumed. The pods are very strong in flavor and if added too early to a recipe can overwhelm the other ingredients.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Star anise is rich in antioxidants and vitamin A and C, which help fight free radicals that are responsible for early ageing and diabetes.

Anise also helps improve digestion, alleviate cramps and reduce nausea

Consuming star anise tea after meals helps treat digestive ailments such as bloating, gas, indigestion and constipation

May reduce symptoms of depression.