Five Spice Powder

About Five Spice Powder

Five-spice powder is a traditional Chinese seasoning blend of five or more spices, commonly including star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan peppercorns, and fennel seeds. While named for five ingredients, the exact mix can vary and often includes other spices like ginger, nutmeg, or cardamom. It adds a complex, sweet, and savory flavor, particularly to fatty meats like pork and duck.