Happy Panda Whole Dried Star Anise Spice Pods - 16 Ounce

Star Anise has been used for thousands of years in traditional oriental cooking in China, India, Vietnam, Malaysia, and many other countries around the world. It is the "secret" ingredient behind many dishes, and it adds flavor and depth to savory, meat-oriented dishes. It is arguably the keystone ingredient in Chinese five spice flavoring. Happy Panda star anise pods impart an intense, fragrant aroma in savory dishes and beverages. Use it in braises, meat dishes, Indian biryani, Vietnamese pho, Taiwanese beef noodle soup, chai, or your favorite cocktail.

• Happy Panda star anise pods impart an intense, fragrant aroma in dishes and beverages
• It's the secret ingredient in many traditional oriental dishes and is arguably the keystone ingredient of Chinese Five Spice.
• Use it in braises, meat dishes, biryani, pho, Taiwanese beef noodle soup, chai, or cocktails
• Can be used either whole or ground up into a coarse powder
• Packed with care into 1-pound (16 oz) bags