Tasmanian Spice Traders
Chinese Five Spice
Chinese Five Spice
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Ingredients
Ingredients
Chinese Cinnamon (Cassia), Fennel Seed, Star Anise, Ginger, Cloves
Use With
Use With
Beef, Pork, Chicken, Turkey, Duck, Fish, Seafood, Vegetables, Rice, and Baked Goods
Suggested Uses
Suggested Uses
Use this versatile blend to add authentic flavor to stir fries, roasted meats, and a wide range of traditional Chinese dishes...
- Use it as a dry rub or mix with equal parts honey and soy sauce for a glaze on your favorite meats, vegetables, or fish
- Add it to sauces, marinades, soups, or stews for an enticing, complex, warming boost of flavor
- Add to ground meat to give a Chinese influence to burgers, meatballs, or meatloaf
- Sprinkle it over scrambled eggs, french fries, smashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or mayonnaise based salads for a delicious addition
- Use it in spice cakes, cookies, muffins, quick breads, and other desserts (especially chocolate based desserts) to add a wonderful and interesting savory twist!
Description: A timeless blend of Chinese spices that delivers warming, sweet-spicy flavors and aromatic depth to everything from stir-fries to baked goods. The name ‘Five Spice’ (五香 - wǔxiāng) does not refer to the number of spices contained in the blend but rather its ability to balance all five taste elements: sweet, bitter, sour, salty, and savory. As a cornerstone of Chinese cuisine, this essential blend is found across nearly every regional style, from Cantonese braises to Fujian soups and Beijing roast duck. Its versatility and depth of flavor make it a must-have for anyone looking to authentically recreate or innovate with the rich culinary traditions of China.
While Chinese Five Spice recipes vary by region, most share a similar foundation. A notable exception is the Sichuan province’s version, which replaces the common ginger with the bold, numbing tingle of Sichuan peppercorns. Our handcrafted blend of premium ingredients stays true to the classic and versatile Northern style, offering a balanced profile that enhances both sweet and savory creations.
Because Chines cuisine often incorporates soy sauce and other salty flavoring agents, Chinese Five Spice blends should always be free of added salt, and Tasmanian Spice Traders proudly upholds this tradition. Our carefully crafted blend is ideal for those managing their salt intake while offering everyone the freedom to season their dishes to suit their individual taste preferences. And besides, you get more of the good stuff in every container!
