{"product_id":"greenfields-star-anise-50g","title":"Greenfields Star Anise 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreenfields Star Aniseed\u003c\/strong\u003e is the whole star-shaped fruit of the Illicium verum plant, with a warm, sweet, liquorice-like flavour. Greenfields is a London-based herbs and spices brand that has supplied quality ingredients since 1982.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd it whole to Chinese red-braised dishes, Vietnamese pho broth, biryani and curries, mulled wine, poached fruit and syrups, then remove before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePho \u0026amp; broths\u003c\/strong\u003e – Toast 2–3 stars in a dry pan and simmer in the broth with cinnamon and cloves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChinese braises\u003c\/strong\u003e – Add 1–2 stars to red-braised pork or beef.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulled wine \u0026amp; poached fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simmer a star or two with the wine or syrup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it the same as aniseed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo – star anise is a different plant from aniseed, although both have a liquorice-like flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are there white crystals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe natural oils can crystallise in the cold; this is normal and disappears when warmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat allergens does it contain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNone of the 14 major allergens are listed in the ingredients. Greenfields states that some of its blends are made in a facility that also handles sesame, mustard and celery. If you have a severe allergy, please check the pack label before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Reseal the pack (or decant into an airtight jar) after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it delivered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45, dispatched from our London warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenfields","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64110861484362,"sku":"237126899148","price":3.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/8630\/3818\/files\/s-l1600_fbdff9f8-4ed8-4ea4-9426-e68aedb8e77e.jpg?v=1793049622","url":"https:\/\/levarafoods.com\/products\/greenfields-star-anise-50g","provider":"Levara Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}