Despite its name, star anise is not the same thing as aniseed ... (You have to try our five-spice pumpkin pie recipe.) Oh, ...

As soon as the chicken is done searing, add soy sauce, vinegar, water, brown sugar, garlic, mandarin peel, star anise, peppercorns and bay leaves to the pot, and stir to combine. Return chicken ...

In a heavy medium pot over medium high heat, melt butter. Stir in onions, star anise and salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes. Stir in whey and maple syrup ...

This warming masala chai is made with both green and black teas, whole spices, and fresh ginger, yielding a creamy and restorative drink with gentle grassy notes.

is the star anise, which gives the dish a warming, aromatic feel. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. To make the crumble topping, put the flour and brown sugar in a large bowl and mix well.

When not in the kitchen ... and the five spices — Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, cinnamon, fennel seed, and cloves — in the blend. In this recipe, the whole spices are used but you can ...

Place the ribs in a large, wide saucepan. Cover with water and add the onion, garlic, fennel seeds and star anise. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer very gently for three hours ...