Homemade Chinese Five Spice As a Rub

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 2

Homemade Chinese Five Spice Rub for a Flavor-Packed Meal

by The Chefin Spice Rub

Prep

10 min

Cook

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Ready In

10 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

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Calories

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Sugar

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Fat

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Chinese Five Spice is a popular spice blend that is commonly used in Chinese cuisine. It's a combination of five fragrant spices that include anise, fennel, cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorns. This versatile spice mix is perfect for grilling, roasting, and baking, as it adds flavor and depth to any dish. By making it at home, you can control the quality of the ingredients and customize the blend to your liking. Add it to your recipe book and take your meal preparation to the next level with this Chinese Five Spice Rub.

Instructions

1.	In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast anise seed, fennel seeds, whole cloves, and peppercorns until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
2.	In a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, grind the toasted spices until they become a fine powder.
3.	Add ground cinnamon to the spice mix, stirring to combine.
4.	Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place until ready to use. Rub onto meats, poultry, or vegetables before grilling, baking, or roasting.

PROS

The Chinese Five Spice Rub adds an explosion of flavor to any meal, with its unique combination of sweet, savory, and spicy notes.

It’s versatile and can be used on any type of meat or vegetable.

By making it at home, you know exactly what’s going into your food.

CONS

The rub may be too spicy for some individuals.

To get the best results, the rub should be applied in advance and allowed to marinate, which can add additional prep time to your cooking routine.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This spice mix is low in calories and fat and contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
It can help aid digestion and boost metabolism, making it a great addition to a healthy diet.

	2 tablespoons anise seed
	2 tablespoons fennel seeds
	2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
	2 tablespoons whole cloves
	2 tablespoons peppercorns