Chinese Five Spice Powder

Unlock the bold, aromatic essence of traditional Chinese cuisine with this easy-to-make Chinese Five Spice Powder. Featuring a fragrant blend of star anise, cloves, cinnamon, fennel seeds, and Sichuan peppercorns, this authentic spice mix brings a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors to your dishes. Toasting the whole spices enhances their natural oils and intensifies their aroma, while grinding them fresh ensures a vibrant and potent blend. Ready in just 10 minutes, this homemade seasoning is a culinary staple ideal for marinades, stir-fries, roasted meats, or even baking. Store your homemade Chinese Five Spice Powder for up to six months and elevate your kitchen creations with this versatile pantry essential.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 whole pieces Star anise
• 1 teaspoon Cloves
• 1 stick Cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds
• 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns

Directions

Step 1

Place the star anise, cloves, cinnamon stick, fennel seeds, and Sichuan peppercorns in a dry skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Toast the spices for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are aromatic and slightly darkened. Be careful not to burn them.

Step 3

Remove the skillet from the heat and let the spices cool completely for about 2–3 minutes.

Step 4

Once cooled, break the cinnamon stick into smaller pieces for easier grinding.

Step 5

Transfer the toasted spices to a spice grinder or a high-powered blender.

Step 6

Grind the spices into a fine powder. This may take 1–2 minutes depending on your equipment.

Step 7

Sift the ground spices through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any larger pieces, then return any remaining coarse bits to the grinder for a second round of grinding.

Step 8

Store the finished Chinese Five Spice Powder in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(22.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	71.8

Total Fat 2.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 12.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 3.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.3mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 280.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.5%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 56.5%