Anise Star Powder O 1oz SW

PRODUCT SUMMARY

The Anise star is also known as Chinese anise and Illicium verum, is an extremely popular spice for deserts and baking. Europeans use Anise star in cakes, cookies, and sweet breads. In the Middle East and India, it is used in soups and stews. Its licorice-like flavor is also popular in candies, and its oil is often used in fine liqueurs.

RECIPE

 Make this delicious and savory taste Star Anise Burgers!

Ingredients:

Burgers

• 2 Tbsp. sweet soy sauce or hoisin sause
• 1 tsp. powder star anise
• 3/4 tsp. chili garlic sauce
• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
• 1 1/4 lbs. ground beef

Toppings and Assembly

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 tsp. powder star anise
• 1/2 tsp. chili garlic sause
• Pinch of ground ginger
• 4 hamburger buns, toasted
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• shredded iceberg lettuce or whole romaine leaves

Instructions:

1.  For the burgers, in a large bowl, mix the soy sauce, anise star powder, chili garlic sauce, ginger and 1sp salt. Add the beef and gently mix with your hands until evenly blended. Shape the meat mixture into 4 patties.
2. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, anise star powder, chili garlic sauce and ginger; season the mayo with salt.
3. Heat a grill or a large skillet over medium-high. Cook the burgers to the degree of doneness that you like, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare.
4. Serve on the buns with a swish of the mayo and the sliced tomato and lettuce.