Chinese Five Spice Powder
Unlock the bold, aromatic essence of traditional Chinese cuisine with this easy-to-make Chinese Five Spice Powder. Featuring a fragrant blend of star anise, cloves, cinnamon, fennel seeds, and Sichuan peppercorns, this authentic spice mix brings a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors to your dishes. Toasting the whole spices enhances their natural oils and intensifies their aroma, while grinding them fresh ensures a vibrant and potent blend. Ready in just 10 minutes, this homemade seasoning is a culinary staple ideal for marinades, stir-fries, roasted meats, or even baking. Store your homemade Chinese Five Spice Powder for up to six months and elevate your kitchen creations with this versatile pantry essential.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole pieces Star anise
- 1 teaspoon Cloves
- 1 stick Cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
Instructions
Place the star anise, cloves, cinnamon stick, fennel seeds, and Sichuan peppercorns in a dry skillet over medium heat.
Toast the spices for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are aromatic and slightly darkened. Be careful not to burn them.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the spices cool completely for about 2–3 minutes.
Once cooled, break the cinnamon stick into smaller pieces for easier grinding.
Transfer the toasted spices to a spice grinder or a high-powered blender.
Grind the spices into a fine powder. This may take 1–2 minutes depending on your equipment.
Sift the ground spices through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any larger pieces, then return any remaining coarse bits to the grinder for a second round of grinding.
Store the finished Chinese Five Spice Powder in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
72 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.9 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 281 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
