Chinese Five-Spice Powder Blend Recipe

Chinese Five-Spice Powder Blend

4 teaspoons chili pepper flakes* (Sichuan Pepper if available)

5 teaspoons star anise

1 tablespoon whole cloves

1 (5-inch) cinnamon stick (broken up)

6 teaspoons fennel seeds

Grind the ingredients in the blender on high speed or mortar and pestle until you have a smooth powder. Store in a tightly capped container, keep out of the light.

*adjust amount of chili flakes to your taste