thirteen-spice powder
十三香· shi san xiang
Taste & Role
It functions as an all-purpose seasoning, added at the start of stir-fries, braises, and stews or mixed into dumpling and meatball fillings, marinades, and rubs for roasted meats. A small amount seasons an entire dish, so it is usually used sparingly.
What it is
Thirteen-spice powder is a pre-mixed Chinese seasoning blend that typically combines around thirteen ground spices and herbs, such as star anise, cassia cinnamon, Sichuan peppercorn, cloves, fennel seed, ginger, and nutmeg. It is a staple of home cooking in northern China, especially Henan province, where it is used as a convenient all-in-one flavor booster.
Nutrition
per 100 g- Calories
- 282 kcal
- Protein
- 13.5 g
- Total fat
- 14.3 g
- Carbs
- 49.7 g
- Fiber
- 34.8 g
- Sodium
- 2870 mg
USDA FoodData Central (closest standard match)
Substitutes
No registered substitutes — this one is usually easy to find.
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