Star Anise Price In Pakistan - MamasJan

Dasht Star anise is the seed pod from the fruit of the Illicium Verum plant, an evergreen shrub native to Southwest China. The anise flavour can be found in both the seeds and the pods, utilised in cooking. Dasht star anise is used to treat flu because it contains shikimic acid, which is utilised to produce the flu medication.

Dasht Star Anise is used in culinary applications for its distinct flavour but is also employed for its medicinal benefits. Dasht Star Anise can be simmered in roasts and gravies to add extra depth of flavour. Because of its sweet taste, star anise was mainly used in jams, syrups, and puddings and later substituted in commercial drinks for anise seed. Dasht Star Anise may have sedative properties that can help your nerves settle down and ensure a good night's sleep.

Nutritional Facts

Dasht Star anise contains a high level of antioxidants, such as linalool, quercetin, thymol, terpineol, caffeic acid, anethole, kaempferol, and coumaric acid, as well as a significant amount of iron Vitamin C, calcium, potassium, and magnesium are also found in star anise.

Taste and Aroma

Dasht Star anise has a powerful, distinct flavour that is warm, sweet, and spicy.

Usage

• Dasht Star Anise is traditionally used in savoury recipes, particularly with meats. 
• Whole pods can be simmered in sauces, marinades, and soups.
• This spice's distinct licorice flavour makes it's incredibly useful in soup broths, sauces, and curries.
• Star Anise (whole or ground) can be added to the dough for baked goods, fruit fillings for pies, and ground meat before baking.
• Anise extract can be used in baked goods and flavour drinks such as coffee or hot chocolate. 

Dasht Star Anise Usage for Tea

To prepare star anise tea, start by boiling water in a kettle. Add 1-to-2-Dasht Star Anise pods per cup of water and steep for 10-15 minutes in a teapot. Strain and add honey to taste. To calm your stomach, drink up to three times a day after each meal.

Dasht Star Anise's Health Benefits

• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti - Diabatic
• Decreases body stress
• Improves sleep
• Enhances digestion
• Regulates blood pressure 
• Improves circulation
• Improves bone health
• Improves lactation
• Fights Flu and Viruses
• Improves Skin Health

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