Star anise
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Calories: 281kcal/100g
Function: Reducing fishy taste, enhancing aroma, promoting digestion, antibacterial and preservation effects.
Introduction: Star anise is one of the traditional seasonings known for its strong fragrance. When used in meat dishes, star anise can remove the fishy odor from the meat while adding a distinct aroma to the dish. It contains volatile oils and aromatic compounds that can stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juices, thereby promoting .gastrointestinal movement, increasing appetite, and aiding digestion. Star anise also has warming, cold-expelling, and dampness-drying properties. When used in braised or stewed dishes, these qualities can warm the body, expel coldness, and help eliminate dampness, thus improving overall well-being. Additionally, the volatile oils in star anise act as natural antibacterial agents, inhibiting bacterial growth and assisting in food preservation, prolonging its shelf life.