star anise

noun

: the small brown star-shaped pungent fruit of a Chinese and Vietnamese tree (Illicium verum) that has a flavor similar to but stronger than anise and is dried and used whole or ground as a spice especially in Chinese cooking

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Place sliced sweet potatoes, cinnamon stick, and star anise in bottom of a 13- x 9-inch baking dish. —

Dale Gray, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2024 Sixth course: Bourbon and star anise poached pear compote with vanilla bean and rosewater ice cream, cookie crumbs, mint and orange zest. —

Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 4 Nov. 2024 Bring wine, sugar, star anise, cinnamon and a pinch of salt to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring occasionally. —

Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 22 Oct. 2024 Add star anise, black cardamon, and cinnamon into the cocktail shaker. —

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