Ground Anise, Pimpinella anisum
Ground anise – a versatile spice from the Apiaceae family that enhances your culinary creations! The anise plant grows up to 60 cm tall. Its seeds are carefully harvested, allowed to ripen, and then processed to unleash their full flavor.
Aromatic and Sweet – A Culinary Classic
With its distinctive licorice flavor, ground anise is a must-have spice for sweet and savory dishes alike. Popular during the holiday season, it adds a unique touch to cookies and desserts. International cuisines also use it to flavor fish soups, marinades, or artisan bread.
Culinary Uses
- Desserts and Sweet Dishes: Enhance rice pudding, semolina porridge, or crêpe batter with a pinch of anise. It pairs wonderfully with exotic fruits like mango, orange, or pineapple, elevating their taste.
- Baked Goods: Traditionally used in holiday treats such as gingerbread, anise cookies, and cakes. It is also a key ingredient in our spice blends like the Pain d’épice mix, Melange Française, and Cookie spice mix.
- Savory Dishes: Perfect for Indian-style Chai Tea, marinades for meat or fish, and slow-cooked oriental dishes with lamb or beef.
- Spirits: Anise is a key ingredient in beverages like Raki, Sambuca, and Pastis, lending them their characteristic flavor.
Perfect Pairings
Ground anise pairs perfectly with the following spices:
