Star Anise
Star Anise in 50g bag.
Main features:
The taste of star anise, given by the presence of a compound called anethole, remind the taste of licorice and it has a strong flavour so you only need to use small quantities to flavor dishes and herbal teas. It is the main source of shikimic acid, a compound used for the production of anti-viral vaccines; for this reason in traditional Chinese medicine, star anise has always been used for its anti-flu properties.
GLUTEN FREE
Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, promotes digestion, stimulates diuresis.
How to use it (some tips):
This spice is used to flavor sweets and dishes in general, however, you must have a few small precautions before using it: you have to let the pods boil in water and then grind them with a mortar until you get a fine powder. At this point it is possible to add them to the food to give a strong flavor. Particularly suitable also for stewed vegetables.
Excellent for herbal teas.
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