This Chinese five-spice spice blend can be used in marinades, rubs, soups, baked goods, and more!

Prep Time 5

6 tablespoons

A jar of ground Chinese five spice is accidentally tipped over, spilling its aromatic contents onto a white surface. Wooden spoons, another spice jar, and some loose seeds are scattered nearby.

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What spices are in Chinese Five Spice?

Ground Cinnamon: Often the most prominent flavor in Five Spice blends, cinnamon provides a foundation of warmth and sweetness
Ground Fennel: Seeds with a licorice-like flavor. It contributes a sweet, anise-like taste and aroma. Adds a subtle sweetness and anise flavor, complementing the anise seed
Ground Anise: Another seed with a licorice flavor, but more intense than fennel. It enhances the mix's sweet and aromatic profile.
Ground Clove: Adds intensity and a slight numbing sensation, balancing the sweeter spices with a strong, pungent flavor. Cloves add warmth and a slight numbing sensation.
Ground Szechuan Peppercorns: Not actually pepper, but berries from the prickly ash tree. They provide a unique numbing and tingling sensation along with citrusy notes.

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How to make five spice powder

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir until fully combined.
Store in a sealed container, in a dry pantry, for up to 3 months.

How to store homemade five spice

Three glass jars with white lids containing ground spices, placed on a white surface next to wooden spoons and scattered fennel seeds, evoke the rich aroma of Chinese five spice.

Remember, while spices don't typically "go bad" in a way that makes them unsafe to consume, they do lose potency over time. The goal of proper storage is to maintain the spice mix's flavor and aroma for as long as possible.

After mixing the spices, transfer the blend to an airtight container.
Label the container with the name of the spice mix and the date it was made.
Store the container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

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