Five-Spice Powder

Ingredients for Five-Spice Powder

• 2 1/2 (4"-long) cassia or cinnamon sticks

• 20 whole star anise

• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon whole cloves

• 20 slices dried sand ginger (optional)

• 2 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns

• 2 1/2 teaspoons sliced dried licorice root or fennel seeds

• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns

• 1 teaspoon white peppercorns (optional)

• A spice mill or coffee grinder

How to make Five-Spice Powder

Toast cassia, star anise, cloves, sand ginger (if using), Sichuan peppercorns, licorice root, black peppercorns, and white peppercorns (if using) in a small skillet over medium, tossing once, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Let cool; grind to a powder in spice mill or coffee grinder.

Do Ahead: Five-Spice Powder can be made 1 month ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

Disclaimer

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