Fun fact
Star anise isn't a seed — it's actually the dried fruit of an evergreen tree, and each point is a pod with a shiny seed inside.
Not a seed — actually the dried fruit of an evergreen tree, each point a pod with a shiny seed inside.

Star anise isn't a seed — it's actually the dried fruit of an evergreen tree, and each point is a pod with a shiny seed inside.
Indonesian star anise is softer and sweeter — perfect for broths, meats, desserts and vanilla infusions.