Our star anise powder is ground from the seeds and seed pod of the dried star anise flower, for ease of use and quicker absorption of the spice’s unique, liquorice-like flavour into the dishes in which it is used. Villa Nostrum's Star anise powder is commonly used in Asian cuisines, particularly in Chinese, Vietnamese, and Indian dishes, adding a unique and aromatic flavor. Star anise powder can bring an exotic twist to many other kinds of dishes, particularly stews and casseroles and it gives a liquorice kick to any liquid used for poaching pears or other fruit. The spice is named after its star-shaped appearance and has a distinct licorice-like flavor. Allergen Information: Packed on premises that handle celery, cereals containing gluten, mustard, peanuts, sesame, soybeans, sulphur dioxide and sulphites and tree nuts (such as almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, brazil nuts, cashews, pecans, pistachios and macadamia nuts).

Comes in a resealable bag and stays always fresh!. The spice is named after its star-shaped appearance and has a distinct licorice-like flavor. Star anise powder can bring an exotic twist to many other kinds of dishes, particularly stews and casseroles and it gives a liquorice kick to any liquid used for poaching pears or other fruit. Villa Nostrum's Star anise powder is commonly used in Asian cuisines, particularly in Chinese, Vietnamese, and Indian dishes, adding a unique and aromatic flavor. Our star anise powder is ground from the seeds and seed pod of the dried star anise flower, for ease of use and quicker absorption of the spice’s unique, liquorice-like flavour into the dishes in which it is used.