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[ad_1] While searching through your spice box, have you ever come across a unique star-shaped spice with a strong smell? That's Star Anise. Also known as Chakra Phool, Star Anise is collected from an evergreen tree belonging to the Magnolia family in Southwest China and Vietnam. The tree produces these star-shaped wonders that are used for medicinal and culinary purposes. Like a star ingredient, Star anise has the ability to enhance the flavour of any dish. But did you know it has several health benefits too? Read on to learn more about this unique spice, which is used in biryanis, curries, soups and more.Also Read: 3 Delicious Chettinad Recipes With Star AniseStar anise has antimicrobial and antiviral properties.Photo Credit: iStockHere Are 4 Health Benefits Of Star Anise1. Packed With ...

[ad_1] One of my most satisfying meals during my last trip to the Vietnamese Capital - Hanoi, was a Pho Tai Nam with meat brisket at Pho Gia Truyen, an iconic local eatery. Arguably Vietnam's most popular soup, this flavoursome broth is also the country's most mispronounced ('fuh' is the accurate pronunciation). This broth has its origins in Northern Vietnam - near Hanoi and went global in the 20th century along with the Vietnamese refugees. The broth is usually simmered with meat bones and spices and features noodles, meat or chicken and herbs. One of the key spices in this broth is star anise. Also read: 5 Chettinad Curries That'll Give You The Taste Of Tamil Nadu At HomeStar anise is a key ingredient in Galliano, a legendary Italian liqueur and also one of the spices that adds a uniq...

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