2 pack x 100 gram Star Anise spice (Hoa Hoi) Whole pods Pimpinella anisum aniseed: Health Benefits and Nutrients

Star anise whole pods (Illicium verum) deliver the warm, sweet licorice flavor essential to Vietnamese phở, Chinese five-spice, and mulled beverages. This 2-pack provides 200 grams total (2 pouches × 100 g each) of whole dried star-shaped pods, each containing the aromatic seeds. Use 1–2 pods per pot of broth—a little goes a long way.

That distinctive sweet, licorice-like warmth in a bowl of phở? It starts with star anise—those beautiful eight-pointed pods that have anchored Asian cooking for centuries. This 2-pack of 100-gram pouches (200 g total) provides whole dried Illicium verum pods, ready to drop into simmering broths, chai blends, or mulled wine. The whole pods release flavor gradually and can be removed before serving. Store them properly and they'll stay aromatic for over a year.

Key Benefits

• 2 packs × 100 g = 200 g star anise pods total
• Whole dried pods (Illicium verum / Hoa Hồi)
• Warm, sweet licorice flavor profile
• Essential for phở, five-spice, braised dishes, mulled drinks
• Potent – use 1–2 pods per pot; remove before serving
• Resealable pouches maintain freshness for 12+ months

How to Use

1. For phở: add 3–5 pods to broth base; simmer 2+ hours; remove
2. For five-spice: grind 2–3 pods with cinnamon, cloves, fennel, pepper
3. For braised meat: add 1–2 pods to sauce; simmer until tender
4. For mulled wine: add 2–3 pods per liter; simmer 30 min
5. For chai tea: add 1 pod per 2 cups; simmer with other spices
6. Store in sealed container away from light and heat

Specifications

Net weight: 200 g (2 × 100 g). Form: Whole dried pods. Species: Illicium verum. Other names: Star anise, Hoa Hồi, Chinese star anise. Origin: Vietnam/China. Shelf life: 24 months sealed.

What's Included

• 2 pouches × 100 g star anise pods (200 g total)
• Resealable packaging

Care & Storage

Store in a cool, dark, dry place in an airtight container. Keep away from heat and moisture. Whole pods retain aroma longer than ground—grind only when needed.

Key Terms

• Illicium verum — Botanical name for star anise, native to China and Vietnam
• Anethole — The primary compound giving star anise its licorice flavor
• Five-spice powder — Chinese spice blend featuring star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fennel, Sichuan pepper

Who Should Not Use

• Distinguish from Japanese star anise (Illicium anisatum), which is toxic—this is culinary Illicium verum
• Those with anise/fennel allergies should avoid

Drop a few pods into a simmering pot and watch the kitchen fill with that unmistakable warm, sweet fragrance—phở is on its way.