The liquorice-like flavour of star anise makes it an essential ingredient for making authentic mulled wine and is often used in curries for its unique flavour.
Star anise is the fruit of a plant shaped like a star, or a flower. Despite the similar name, star anise and aniseed are from two completely different plants but with the same flavour compound known as anethole. Aniseed has an almost potent flavour often used in liquor, however, star anise has a more intense liquorice flavour and is a key ingredient in five spice.
When used in a recipe, they are often added whole in order to easily remove them before serving. They are also used when making homemade mulled wine for a warming flavour.
Benefits of Star Anise:
- Versatile spice
- Powerful flavour
- Full of vital minerals
- Suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians
Aniseed Star
Refunds & returns
If you wish to return any 'Dry' non-perishable products, please notify us within 24 hours of receiving your delivery. Returns must be made at your own cost within 14 days of receiving your delivery. Returns must be received in their original condition. This is subject to the product purchased and must be preapproved by our team due to food safety reasons.
Damaged goods
If on delivery your item is damaged, you need to inform us within 24 hours of delivery. This can be done by emailing us at info@engrain.com. We may require photographic evidence of damages. Please make sure all items are checked before signing for them. Items that have been damaged in transit will be replaced at the next available opportunity.
If you are entitled to a refund according to our policy, we will refund your money in the same way you initially paid for it.