Chinese Five Spice

Chinese five spice is a blend of five key ingredients, typically including star anise, cloves, cinnamon, black pepper, and fennel seeds. This aromatic seasoning is characterised by its warm, sweet, and slightly spicy flavour profile. It’s commonly used to enhance the taste of various Chinese dishes such as stir-fries, marinades, and braises, adding depth and complexity to the cuisine. Additionally, Chinese five spice can also be used creatively in Western cooking, imparting its distinctive taste to dishes like roasted meats, soups, and even desserts for a unique twist.

A delicious, aromatic blend of spices perfect for seasoning and marinating meats, tofu and other plant-based alternatives, and vegetables. As the name would suggest, it’s highly popular in Chinese dishes, but can work in a variety of different cuisines. It’s delicious as the main spice in a good stir fry!

Country of origin: Various

Ingredients: Ground fennel, ground cinnamon, ground black pepper, ground star anise & ground cloves.

Nutrition Typical Values per 100g:

Energy (kJ): 1189
Energy (kcal): 284
Fat: 8.93g
Carbohydrates: 55.73g
Fibre: 41.85g
Protein: 10.67g
Salt: 0.15g