Chinese Five Spice Seasoning
Elevate your culinary creations with this bold and aromatic homemade *Chinese Five Spice Seasoning*! Blending the warm, earthy notes of toasted star anise, Szechuan peppercorns, cinnamon, cloves, and fennel seeds, this classic spice mix delivers the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors. With just 10 minutes of preparation and a quick toasting process to enhance the depth of the ingredients, this versatile seasoning is a must-have for adding authentic Chinese flavors to marinades, stir-fries, roasted meats, and vegetables. Store it in an airtight container for up to six months, and enjoy the fresh, vibrant taste that surpasses store-bought options. Perfect for adventurous home cooks looking to master Chinese cuisine, this five-spice blend is your key to bold, mouthwatering dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole pods Star anise
- 1 tablespoon Szechuan peppercorns
- 1 stick Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Cloves
- 1 teaspoon Fennel seeds
Instructions
Place the star anise, Szechuan peppercorns, cinnamon stick, cloves, and fennel seeds in a dry skillet.
Toast the spices over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Remove the skillet from heat and allow the spices to cool slightly, about 2 minutes.
Transfer the toasted spices to a spice grinder or high-speed blender.
Grind the spices until they form a fine powder. This may take several pulses depending on your grinder.
Once ground, sift the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any large particles.
Store the Chinese Five Spice Seasoning in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
Use as needed in marinades, stir-fries, or as a seasoning for meats and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
71 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 5% | |
*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.
