Star Anise, Whole
Exquisite Whole Star Anise from The Reluctant Trading Experiment
Discover the captivating allure of The Reluctant Trading Experiment's Whole Star Anise, sourced from the lush landscapes of Idukki, India. These star-shaped pods, harvested from evergreen trees, not only enhance your culinary creations with their unique appearance but also infuse them with a delightful aroma.
Boasting a robust blend of sweet and spicy notes reminiscent of licorice and root beer, star anise is a versatile spice that can be utilized whole or ground. To achieve the freshest flavor, consider using a microplane spice mill for grinding. Elevate your teas, cocktails, soups, stews, and baked goods with the distinctive taste of star anise, which pairs exceptionally well with citrus, onions, poultry, beef, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Ingredients
Whole Star Anise Pods
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 pod (0.2g) | Calories: 0.7 | Total Fat: 0g (0% DV) | Sodium: 0mg (0% DV) | Total Carbohydrates: 0g (0% DV) | Dietary Fiber: 0g (0% DV) | Sugars: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calcium: 1.35mg (0% DV) | Iron: 0.078mg (0% DV) | Magnesium: 0.34mg (0% DV) | Potassium: 2.88mg (0% DV)
Origin
Idukki, India
Storage & Shelf Life
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. When kept in an airtight container, star anise maintains its optimal flavor for up to one year.
Shopping In-Store
Bring your own clean and dry containers and fill just what you need!
We also offer a selection of free up-cycled containers at the shop and paper bags - 100% recycled, of course.
Ordering Online
Order in 1 oz increments (1 lb = 16 oz) to get as much or as little as you need! Not sure how much to order? Refer to the images provided for volume-weight conversions.
All dry goods come in a recycled paper bag, which can be recycled or torn up and added to your compost bin.
