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Chinese Five Spice Substitute

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It’s fairly easy to create a homemade version as a replacement. You’ll need to use a spice grinder or a similar instrument to create a similar powder consistency.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course spice blend
Cuisine American
Calories 90 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tsp ground cloves
  • 2 tsp ground fennel seeds
  • 2 tsp ground star anise
  • 2 tsp ground Sichuan peppercorns

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, combine all the spices: cinnamon, cloves, fennel seeds, star anise, and Sichuan peppercorns.
  • Mix well until all the spices are thoroughly combined.
  • Taste the mixture and adjust the proportions if desired. You can add more of any specific spice to suit your preference.
  • Once mixed, transfer the Chinese Five Spice blend to an airtight container or a spice jar.

Notes

Store it in a cool, dark place to preserve its flavor and potency.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 18mgPotassium: 387mgFiber: 9gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 103IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 217mgIron: 6mg
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