Star Anise

Star Anise, or Bājiǎo, is a beautifully shaped spice with eight-pointed pods that deliver a bold, licorice-like flavor. Essential in Chinese and Southeast Asian cooking, it’s a key ingredient in five-spice powder, master stocks, and braised meat dishes like red-cooked pork or beef brisket.

Beyond its aromatic culinary profile, star anise also has warming properties in TCM, where it’s used to support digestion, alleviate bloating, and relieve cold-related stomach pain. Its natural sweetness and spiced undertone make it popular in desserts, mulled teas, and herbal brews.

Price: HK$26 / 100g