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Homemade Chili Crisp

Homemade Chili Crisp

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring oil, shallots, garlic, star anise, and cinnamon to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Continue simmering, swishing oil around occasionally, until garlic and shallots are browned, about 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Mix red pepper flakes, ginger, soy sauce, sugar, mushroom powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.
  3. 3 Strain shallot mixture through a fine mesh sieve over red pepper flake mixture. Let garlic and shallot pieces cool in the sieve, then stir them back into the infused oil. Discard star anise.
  4. 4 Pour into a glass container with a secure top; chill until ready to use.

By Diana71

Chef John's Kumquat Marmalade

Chef John's Kumquat Marmalade

4.7

Prep
45 min
Cook
45 min
Total
210 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Quarter kumquats lengthwise; cut off the white center membrane and remove seeds.
  2. 2 Slice quarters into small pieces.
  3. 3 Place kumquats into a pot. Add sugar, water, lemon zest (white part only), lemon juice, star anise, and a pinch of cayenne; mix together. Cover and let sit at room temperature for 2 or 3 hours to allow fruit to macerate. Or you can refrigerate overnight.
  4. 4 Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium; cook and stir occasionally for 10 minutes. Continuing cooking and stirring often until mixture is thick enough so that if you scrape a spatula across the bottom of the pan, you can briefly see the bottom of the pan before marmalade spreads back out, 30 to 40 minutes. Mixture should reach a temperature of 215 to 220 degrees F (100 to 105 degrees C). Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly, 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Spoon warm marmalade into sterilized jars. Cover and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

By John Mitzewich

Winter Simmer Pot

Winter Simmer Pot

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
485 min
Total
495 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Add orange peel, apple peel, lemon peel, cinnamon sticks, vanilla, star anise, and pine sprig to the pot.
  2. 2 Reduce the heat to low and simmer for as long as desired, up to 8 hours or all day. Check the water level every 30 minutes, adding more water as necessary.

By The Gruntled Gourmand

Quick Pickled Radishes

Quick Pickled Radishes

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place radish slices into a pint-sized jar with a lid.
  2. 2 Heat vinegar and water in a small non-reactive saucepan over medium heat; whisk in sugar and salt until just dissolved. Remove from heat and add star anise pod, cumin seed, and black peppercorns. Let cool slightly for 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Pour liquid over radishes. Cover and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.

By France Cevallos

Ginger Pear Cranberry Sauce

Ginger Pear Cranberry Sauce

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
140 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cranberries, diced pear, orange juice, sugar, water, candied ginger, orange zest, cinnamon stick, star anise, garam masala, and salt in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have softened, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from heat; cool completely.
  2. 2 Remove and discard cinnamon stick and star anise; transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

By John Mitzewich

Chicken Zoodle Pho

Chicken Zoodle Pho

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
150 min
Total
170 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine vegetable broth, chicken breasts, onions, oyster sauce, coconut sugar, salt, pepper, cloves, ginger, and star anise in a slow cooker.
  2. 2 Cook on High until chicken breasts can be easily flaked with a fork, about 1 1/2 hour. Stir in bean sprouts and bok choy. Continue cooking soup until bean sprouts are tender, about 1 hour.
  3. 3 Cut zucchini into thin noodles using a spiralizer.
  4. 4 Divide soup among 6 serving bowls. Top with zucchini noodles.

By Megan Olson

Singaporean Tender Pork Spare Ribs

Singaporean Tender Pork Spare Ribs

4.5

Prep
30 min
Cook
110 min
Total
140 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a bowl, stir together light and dark soy sauces, crushed peppercorns, garlic, and 2 tablespoons orange juice. Separate ribs between each bone into individual ribs, and place in the marinade. Cover, and set aside for at least 30 minutes. (If marinating much longer than 30 minutes, refrigerate.)
  2. 2 Transfer marinade to a large stockpot, and set ribs aside. To the stockpot add remaining 1 cup orange juice, water, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and sugar. Bring to a boil.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Carefully place ribs in oil, and fry for 2 minutes per side, or until edges are sealed. Transfer to the stockpot, and boil, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Cover, and simmer for 1 hour, adding hard boiled eggs at this point, if using.

By ZEPHYLOQUY

Spicy Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup

Spicy Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
315 min
Total
335 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef shanks, oxtail pieces, and ginger; cook, turning occasionally, until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Add star anise, cinnamon stick, fennel seeds, coriander seeds, cloves, and cardamom pod; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  2. 2 Add water, onion, garlic, white sugar, and bay leaf to beef mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until broth is flavorful and meat is falling off the bone, 5 to 6 hours. Remove meat and reserve. Strain broth into a pot; discard strained spices and vegetables.
  3. 3 Chop beef shank and oxtail meat; add to broth. Stir in fish sauce and soy sauce; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low; keep warm.
  4. 4 Place noodles in a large bowl; cover with hot water. Set aside until noodles are softened, about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water.
  5. 5 Place a handful of bean sprouts in the bottom of a large soup bowl. Top with a large handful rice noodles and a few jalapeño slices. Ladle broth into bowl to cover noodles.

By John Mitzewich

Shrimp Pho

Shrimp Pho

2.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
70 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chicken stock, vegetable broth, shallots, soy sauce, fish sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, pepper, cinnamon stick, and star anise in a large pot. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until flavors combine, 1 to 2 hours. Strain out solids and return broth to the pot.
  2. 2 Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add rice noodles and cook until opaque, 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. 3 While noodles are cooking, saute shrimp with soy sauce and garlic in a skillet until shrimp are cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Drain noodles and rinse until cold water. Divide among 6 large soup bowls. Ladle hot broth over noodles and top with shrimp, bean sprouts, and green onions. Serve basil, cilantro, mint, and lime wedges alongside.

By Mindy

Thai Chicken Stir-Fry

Thai Chicken Stir-Fry

5.0

Prep
35 min
Cook
34 min
Total
69 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chicken broth, 1 tablespoon ginger, cilantro stems, crushed garlic, and star anise pods in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to simmer.
  2. 2 Combine water and salt in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir in jasmine rice. Reduce heat to low and cover; cook until rice absorbs the water, about 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Mix chicken thighs with curry paste.
  4. 4 Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet until shimmering. Add remaining 1 tablespoon ginger, chiles, shallot, and minced garlic; cook and stir until beginning to color and soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in chicken and cook until no longer pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in bok choy and shiitake mushrooms; cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. 5 Ladle 1 cup chicken broth mixture into a bowl; whisk in cornstarch.
  6. 6 Pour chicken broth-cornstarch mixture into the wok. Stir in fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce thickens, 1 to 2 minutes. Thin sauce with more chicken broth if it appears too thick. Squeeze lime juice into the sauce.
  7. 7 Serve chicken over rice, garnished with cilantro and Thai basil.

By Tastyeatsathome

Kecap Manis (Sweet Soy Sauce)

Kecap Manis (Sweet Soy Sauce)

4.4

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat sugar in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat until sugar becomes lightly brown. Slowly stir in soy sauce. Once the sugar and soy sauce are combined, stir in the water, star anise, curry leaves, ginger, and garlic. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Simmer until the sugar is dissolved, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and cool. Strain sauce and pour into a lidded bottle or jar. Store in the refrigerator.

By Rocky

Rhubarb-Strawberry Compote

Rhubarb-Strawberry Compote

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine rhubarb, strawberries, water, orange juice, honey, star anise pod, and salt in a small pot and bring to a slow boil over medium heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove the lid and simmer until fruit is soft, about 5 more minutes. Turn off heat and allow to cool completely. Remove star anise and place compote into jars. Use within a few days and keep refrigerated.

By Bren

Red Wine Poached Pears with Chocolate Filling

Red Wine Poached Pears with Chocolate Filling

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut bottom off each pear and core from the bottom to give each pear a flat bottom to stand upright.
  2. 2 Combine wine, water, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and star anise in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and arrange pears on their sides in the saucepan. Simmer pears for 10 to 12 minutes. Turn pears and continue simmering until tender and easily poked with a fork, 8 to 10 minutes. Work in batches if needed.
  3. 3 Remove pears from wine mixture and place in a serving dish, standing upright. Continue boiling wine sauce until reduced to about 3/4 cup, 5 to 10 more minutes.
  4. 4 Fill each pear's core cavity with chocolate sauce. Pour wine sauce over each pear.

By MSTRECKE

Carrot-Star Anise Soup

Carrot-Star Anise Soup

3.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. Saute chopped carrots and onion in the hot oil, 10 to 15 minutes. Add water slowly, adjusting so that the vegetables are just covered. Add star anise, chicken bouillon, and coriander and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer, about 40 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove star anise. Puree soup with an immersion blender to desired consistency. Garnish with thyme and marjoram and serve hot.

By Cherry Liu

Spring Strawberry Chutney

Spring Strawberry Chutney

1.0

Prep
35 min
Cook
80 min
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Submerge 6 empty half-pint jars on a rack in a large pot of water. Cover and bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to low to keep jars warm until ready to fill.
  2. 2 Combine strawberries, onion, vinegar, sugar, currants, mustard seeds, salt, red pepper, and star anise in a wide, nonreactive 4-quart pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Once it bubbles, reduce heat to medium; simmer gently, stirring often, until mixture is thickened and a spoon drug through leaves a trail that doesn't fill in immediately, about 1 hour. Toward the end of the cooking, make sure to stir every minute or so to prevent scorching. Remove from heat.
  3. 3 Working with one jar at a time, remove empty jars from canning pot. Using a wide-mouth funnel, carefully ladle jam into jars, leaving 1/2 inch for headspace. Use a clean wooden chopstick to work air bubbles out of jars. Check headspace again and add more chutney if necessary to bring to 1/2 inch from the top.
  4. 4 Wipe jar rims, apply lids and rings (not too tightly), and return jars to canning pot. Cover pot and return water to a rolling boil. Process for 10 minutes. Turn off heat, remove pot lid, and let jars stand in the cooling water 5 minutes to help ensure a good vacuum seal.
  5. 5 Move jars to a folded kitchen towel or wooden cutting board to cool completely before checking seals. Any unsealed jars should be refrigerated and eaten promptly. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place. Sealed jars are shelf-stable at least 1 year.

By Marisa McClellan

Ketchup

Ketchup

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
240 min
Total
260 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large saucepan combine tomatoes, fennel, onion, garlic, sugar, molasses, vinegar, cloves, anise pods and salt. Reduce over low heat until mixture becomes very thick.
  2. 2 Puree mixture in a blender and strain through a mesh strainer. Chill and store in refrigerator.

By DJ Williams

Fresh Cranberry-Orange Sauce

Fresh Cranberry-Orange Sauce

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine orange juice, cranberry juice, and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in 1/2 of the cranberries, pear, orange zest, vanilla extract, star anise, and salt, and return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Add the remaining cranberries and cook, stirring often, until cranberries start to burst and mixture starts to thicken, about 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Remove from heat. Stir in orange marmalade and set aside. Sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

By lutzflcat

Garam Masala

Garam Masala

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Toast the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, nutmeg, anise pods, cardamom pods, cloves, peppercorns, and mace together in a skillet over medium heat until very fragrant and you can literally see the scent rising into the air, 8 to 12 minutes; remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Pour the spice mixture into a grinder; grind into a fine powder. Store in an airtight container.

By Sarah-May

Hot Coffee Masala

Hot Coffee Masala

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil, and stir in the cumin seeds, star anise pod, and cinnamon stick; reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the instant coffee, and allow the drink to simmer gently for 2 more minutes. Pour the drink into mugs, straining out the spices, and stir 1 teaspoon of nonfat dry milk powder and 1 teaspoon of white sugar into each mug.

By Shuk22

Chicken Salad My Way

Chicken Salad My Way

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
525 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the 1-inch piece of ginger and star anise in a pot of water over medium-heat and bring to a boil. Add chicken to the water. Lower heat to medium-low; simmer until chicken is no longer pink the middle, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove to a plate to cool. Once cool to the touch, dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2 Make a dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, salt, pepper, paprika, and honey; set aside.
  3. 3 Combine the diced chicken, celery, apple, onion, raisins, walnuts and 2 teaspoons minced ginger in a bowl. Drizzle dressing into the chicken mixture; stir until pieces are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

By ILLUMINATIAN

Vin Chaud (Spiced Wine) Cranberry Sauce

Vin Chaud (Spiced Wine) Cranberry Sauce

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix cranberries, orange juice, and brown sugar in a saucepan over low heat. Bring to a simmer; cook and stir until sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Add wine, cinnamon, star anise, nutmeg, and cloves. Mix well. Continue simmering until sauce starts to thicken, about 10 minutes.

By Karine Romano - Skobinsky

Vegan Carrot-Top Vegetable Soup

Vegan Carrot-Top Vegetable Soup

Prep
25 min
Cook
15 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and star anise; cook and stir until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
  2. 2 Stir carrot tops, basil, and tarragon into the pot; simmer until wilted, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Discard star anise before serving.

By Tamara A

Champurrado (Mexican Hot Chocolate)

Champurrado (Mexican Hot Chocolate)

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place water, cinnamon stick, clove, and star anise in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and allow spices to steep until water is fragrant, about 10 minutes; strain.
  2. 2 Heat milk, chocolate, and pinole in a separate saucepan over medium heat, whisking until chocolate is dissolved and liquid is thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat; add piloncillo and let rest until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes more. Pour cinnamon water into chocolate mixture and stir to combine.

By monmedel

Apple Butter in the Oven

Apple Butter in the Oven

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
205 min
Total
220 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine apples, apple cider, sugar, and salt together in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add cinnamon, star anise, allspice, and cloves. Bring to a simmer. Cover partially and cook until apples are soft, 20 to 25 minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  3. 3 Remove and discard allspice and cloves with a slotted spoon. Remove and reserve cinnamon and star anise. Purée apples with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in lemon juice and reserved cinnamon and star anise.
  4. 4 Bake uncovered in the preheated oven, stirring every 30 minutes, until mixture thickens and deepens in color, about 3 hours total. Let cool completely. Discard cinnamon and star anise before transferring to airtight containers.

By LauraF

Spiced Thai Iced Tea

Spiced Thai Iced Tea

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place water, sugar, star anise, cinnamon stick, and cardamom in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and add tea bags. Let tea steep and cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
  2. 2 Remove tea bags and strain out whole spices; discard. Whisk in condensed milk. Pour into a large pitcher and refrigerate until flavors combine, at least 1 hour.
  3. 3 Fill 4 glasses with ice. Serve tea over ice.

By musicianamanda

Vegetarian Cream of Fennel Soup

Vegetarian Cream of Fennel Soup

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine star anise, cardamom pods, and coriander seeds in a large skillet over medium heat and roast without burning until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a mortar and pestle, and crush into powder form.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large pot and cook fennel, onion, and leek until softened, about 5 minutes. Season with ground spice mix and salt, cover, and simmer over medium heat until flavors are well combined, about 25 minutes. Pour in white wine and cook until wine has reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth and simmer for 10 minutes. Puree fennel soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Add cream and heat, but do not let boil. Season with salt.

By barbara

Spiced Orange Cinnamon Cider

Spiced Orange Cinnamon Cider

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine orange juice, apple cider, orange slices, lime slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Stir in honey until dissolved. Keep warm.
  3. 3 Pour warm cider into cups. Garnish each with a cinnamon stick for stirring and several orange and lime slices.

By lutzflcat

Basic Vegetarian Pho

Basic Vegetarian Pho

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine vegetable broth, lemon grass, vegetable bouillon, and star anise pods in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until flavors are combined, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove lemon grass and star anise with a slotted spoon and discard.
  2. 2 Place rice noodles in a bowl and cover with hot water to soften, about 10 minutes. Drain and cut into shorter pieces with kitchen shears; divide noodles equally between soup bowls. Fill bowls with hot broth to cover noodles.
  3. 3 Place bean sprouts, mushrooms, limes, cilantro, basil, and green onions into separate bowls. Place teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, chile paste, and sesame oil in separate bowls. Serve soup alongside garnishes and flavorings.

By LindsayRose5