Looking to add a burst of flavor to your dishes? Try making your own Five Spice Powder! This versatile spice blend is a staple in Chinese and Taiwanese cuisine, adding a unique and delicious flavor to various dishes.
Five-spice powder is easy to make at home. It consists of just five different spices: fennel seed, Sichuan peppercorns, cinnamon, cloves, and star anise. It can season everything from roasted meats to stir-fries and marinades.
In this recipe, we'll show you how to make your own Five Spice Powder in just a few simple steps. So get ready to add some delicious depth of flavor to your cooking!
How to Make Five Spice Powder
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
In a small pan over medium-high heat, Toast all the spices until the aroma is released (you should hear faint sizzling noises). Then, transfer the spices into a small bowl to cool.
Once cooled down completely, transfer to a spice grinder or use a mortar and pestle. Ground until the Five Spice Powder turns into a fine powder. Transfer the Five Spice Powder to an airtight jar and store it in a cool, dark place out of direct sunlight.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Five Spice Powder
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
- 1- inch cinnamon stick , break apart
- 1 teaspoon fennel seed
- 1 teaspoon cloves
- 1- star anise , break apart into petals
Instructions
- In a small pan over medium-high heat; Toast all the spices until the aroma is released (you should hear faint sizzling noises). Then transfer the spices into a small bowl to cool.
- Once cooled down completely, transfer to a spice grinder or use a mortar and pestle. Ground until the Five Spice Powder turns into a fine powder. Transfer the Five Spice Powder to an airtight jar and store it in a cool, dark place out of direct sunlight.
Notes
- To store: Place the Five Spice Powder in an airtight container, such as a glass jar or a plastic container with a tight-fitting lid. Please keep it in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Stored this way, Five Spice Powder lasts up to six months.
- To reheat: Five Spice Powder doesn't necessarily need to be heated, but you can use it to season dishes while cooking. When using the spice blend in a recipe, add it to the dish while cooking and let it infuse the flavors as the dish cooks.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
