Organic Star Anise

Name: Organic Star Anise
Brand: Forrist
SKU: FCHS0032
Price: 1.17 GBP
Availability: InStock

£1.17

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Avg. Size 30g

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Compostable

Organic Star Anise is a fragrant spice with deep roots in traditional mulled wine and Asian cuisine. Its warm, mellow notes also make it perfect for infusing into hot tea for a soothing drink or introducing a touch of sweetness to slow-cooked stews. A versatile staple for your pantry, it complements both sweet and savoury dishes, bringing an exotic touch to your cooking.

Organic Star Anise

£1.17

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High in Fibre
Fibre boosts digestion contributing to overall wellness and gut health.
Vitamin C
B Vitamins fuel metabolism, sustains energy levels for a vibrant, active lifestyle.
Iron
Iron combats fatigue, supports oxygen transport for sustained vitality and energy.

Harvested In
Vietnam
Min. Shelf Life
6 months
Allergens
None
How to store
In a cool dry place

Illicium verum

Add depth and complexity to your Asian-inspired dishes with this aromatic spice. Perfect for enhancing the flavours of your favourite Pho or stir-fry.

A staple in traditional Asian and Indian cuisines, infusing a warm, licorice-like essence into broths, stews, and dishes like Vietnamese pho. Beyond its rich culinary heritage, this unique ingredient offers impressive health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and digestive properties, thanks to its natural antioxidants and vitamins. Aromatic and mildly sweet, it pairs beautifully with spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger, balancing both savoury and sweet recipes. Whether used in cooking or brewed as a tea, Organic Star Anise brings both flavour and wellness to your meals.

We're proud of the exceptional quality of our Organic Star Anise and invite you to experience the difference that premium wholesome organic ingredients can make in your cooking and wellbeing.

Infuse your plant-based meals with the fragrant, licorice-like flavour of organic star anise.

Serves 4

1. Gather ingredients: organic star anise, vegetables, tofu or tempeh, soy sauce, and vegetable broth.
2. Chop vegetables and protein into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a pan, combine the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and organic star anise. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Add the prepared vegetables and protein to the pan and let them simmer until they are tender and infused with the star anise flavour.
5. Serve your aromatic plant-based dish with rice or noodles and enjoy the delectable flavours of organic star anise.

Preparation

Ingredients & Nutrition

Organic Star Anise Fruit

Packed in an environment that handles nuts, peanuts, sesame, wheat, celery, mustard and soy.

All of our products are plant-based

Typical Values 100g

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Harvesting

Organic Star Anise thrives in warm, tropical climates, with China and Vietnam being the primary producers. Harvested from the evergreen Illicium verum tree, which can reach up to 26 feet tall, the star-shaped fruits are picked in late autumn before ripening to capture the highest concentration of essential oils. Key components like anethole, which imparts its distinctive licorice-like taste, along with other volatile oils such as eugenol and limonene, contribute to its unique profile. The fruits are carefully air-dried to retain their rich aroma and taste, resulting in a deep brown colour that enhances both sweet and savoury dishes, whether used whole or ground.

This pure, organically grown ingredient also offers health benefits, providing essential nutrients and minerals such as iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C. The organic cultivation process ensures that it is free from synthetic pesticides and chemicals, making Organic Star Anise a wholesome and sustainable choice for those seeking high-quality, natural ingredients.

The organic nature of Organic Star Anise means that it is grown and harvested without the use of synthetic pesticides or fertilisers, preserving its natural composition.

Best Before

We believe in mindful consumption and want to share some insights on best before dates, especially when it comes to our dried foods. Best before dates indicate peak freshness and quality, not safety. Dried foods, such as grains and legumes, can often be safe and nutritious beyond their best before dates. They may lose a bit of their peak quality, but they remain a valuable and sustainable food source.

We encourage you to trust your senses. If stored properly and free from moisture, dried foods can maintain their safety and flavour for an extended period beyond the best before date. Embrace a less wasteful approach by exploring and using these ingredients even if they've passed their best before dates. Together, let's reduce food waste and maximise the full potential of every pantry staple.

Explore Waste Savers, where you'll find items approaching or past their best before date at reduced prices. Embrace conscious consumption, reduce food waste, and give these products a second chance. Your purchase not only saves you money but also contributes to a more sustainable and mindful approach to nourishment.

Packaging & Storage

You’ll receive your Organic Star Anise in a compostable kraft bag (unless you chose to get a compostable resealable pouch instead). These will be fine stored in the kraft bag for an extended time although, we recommend decanting and storing them in an airtight container to maintain optimum quality. Once decanted, you can save multiple bags and return them to us for a reward.

Back to the Forrist Scheme

We offer a packaging return scheme for all of our Kraft Compostable packaging. Click here to find out more. Learn more about our packaging here.

Ways to Use Organic Star Anise

Here are some of our favourite ways to use Organic Star Anise. From traditional favourites to contemporary twists, these ideas showcase the incredible versatility of the Forrist Organic Star Anise. Share your creations and join the Forrist community on Instagram #forrist!

Star Anise Infused Coconut Rice

Infuse the aroma of star anise into a pot of coconut rice for a fragrant and flavourful side dish. Simply add a couple of whole star anise pods to the rice and coconut milk mixture before cooking. The result is a subtly spiced and aromatic rice that pairs perfectly with curries, stir-fries, or grilled vegetables.

Plant-based Pho with Star Anise Broth

Create a healthier version of the classic Vietnamese pho by using a star anise-infused vegetable broth as the base. Simmer the broth with star anise, cinnamon, cloves, and other traditional pho spices to develop a rich and aromatic flavour. Serve the broth with rice noodles, tofu, bean sprouts, and fresh herbs for a nourishing meal.

Baked Tofu Chunks with Star Anise Marinade

Add more flavour to your tofu by marinating it with star anise, rice wine, tamari, palm sugar, and peppercorns. Slice a block of tofu into rectangular planks, then sauté them in vegetable broth until lightly browned, adding more broth as needed. Bake the planks on a parchment-lined tray at 200°C for 20 minutes, then let them cool. Cut the tofu into small squares, mix with your favourite marinade, and refrigerate for at least an hour. Serve the flavourful cubes over rice or in salads with your choice of dressing. Delicious and versatile!

The History of Organic Star Anise

Organic Star Anise has a rich history dating back thousands of years, originating in China and Vietnam. This aromatic spice has been used in traditional Chinese medicine and cuisine for its medicinal properties and distinctive licorice-like flavour. It was also highly valued in ancient Rome and Egypt, where it was used in cooking and in perfumes. The star-shaped fruit of the Illicium verum tree, from which the spice is derived, has been a symbol of prosperity and good luck in many cultures. Today, Organic Star Anise continues to be cherished for its unique taste and health benefits, making it a staple in kitchens worldwide.

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