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Five-Spice Powder
Five spice powder is the secret behind many iconic Asian dishes. Homemade beats what you can buy by a long shot, and it's super easy!
- Prep time
- --
- Cook time
- Not listed
- Yield
- 3 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp coriander seeds
- 1 piece star anise
- 20 pieces whole cloves (see note)
- 1 tsp sichuan peppercorns (optional)
- 1 tsp fennel seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a dry skillet, add all of the whole spices and toast over medium high heat until the coriander seeds darken slightly and there is smoke coming up from the pan. Pour immediately onto a plate to cool.
- 2
Put the spices in a coffee grinder, spice grinder, or a mortar and pestle. Add the cinnamon and grind into a fine powder. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.