date:May 11, 2016
dds a strong foundation to soup and bean dishes.
The mysterious blended flavor of Szechuan peppercorns is at once woodsy, minty, earthy, and citrusy. Cooling and tingling these peppercorns are a key ingredient in Chinese five-spice powder, adding Asian flair to blends for stir-fry and noodle dishes.
Another essential ingredient in Chinese five-spice powder is star anise (Illicium verum). It has a stronger, licorice-like flavor than European anise or fennel and is the chief ingredient in Chines