SC - Anise & Fennel

[Elaine Koogler]

And I couldn't even begin to make my Chinese roast pork without it!  It is
pretty much a staple when dealing with either pork or chicken in Chinese
cuisine.

Kiri

Sue Clemenger wrote:

> I've bought fennel in the grocery store--always kinda reminded me of
> slightly limp celery in shape, but with a definite licorice/anise
> flavor.  Absolutely wonderful chopped up in casseroles, etc, and in
> vegetarian lasagne.
> Also, AFAIK, star anise is not poisonous (at least not the little star
> parts you use to flavor things).  For one thing, it's a major ingredient
> in Chinese 5-spice powder....
> --Maire
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