This McCormick five spice powder is a traditional Chinese spice blend combining star anise, Chinese cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, coriander and fennel seeds. It balances sweet, savoury and slightly spicy notes to add depth to meat, poultry, seafood and stir-fries. Use it in marinades, rubs, soups and stews for an authentic Asian flavour.
Five spice powder is a traditional Chinese spice blend that typically includes five key ingredients: star anise, Chinese cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, Coriander and fennel seeds. This aromatic and flavourful blend is commonly used in Chinese cuisine to add depth and complexity to dishes. It offers a balance of sweet, savoury, and slightly spicy flavours, making it suitable for seasoning meats, poultry, seafood, stir-fries, and sauces. Five spice powder is also used in marinades, rubs, and as a seasoning for soups and stews. Its unique flavour profile lends a distinctively Asian flair to dishes, and it can be found in both traditional and modern recipes across various cuisines.
Ingredients
Cinnamon (30%), Star Anise (25%), Fennel (20%), Coriander Seed (15%), Sichuan Pepper (5%), Liquorice (5%).
Nutritional Information (per 100g)
| Energy | 323.0kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 4.6g |
| - of which saturates | 3.9g |
| Carbohydrate | 51.4g |
| - of which sugars | 17.0g |
| Protein | 7.4g |
| Salt | 0.24g |
