Icing on the cake “Star Anise”
Star anise is the dried and mature fruit of Illicium verum Hook.f. In the season of autumn and winter, the fruits are picked when they turn from green to yellow, and they are dried in boiling water or dried directly.
The shape of the star anise is like a star, with a certain sweetness and strong aromatic odor. Its aroma comes from the volatile anisaldehyde. This anisaldehyde has the effects of promoting gastrointestinal motility and inhibiting bacteria.
Star anise is not only a Chinese medicinal material, but also one of the most commonly used seasonings. It can be used to prepare various delicious dishes, or be ground into powder to serve as a condiment for coffee or tea. In some countries, such as France and Germany, use it as a condiment. Spices for alcoholic beverages. With its participation, the ingredients are always the icing on the cake.
