Red Stick Spice Company

Anise Seed - Whole

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$3.62 $5.25 In stock

Category: Spices

Anise Seed comes from the Pimpinella anisum plant, native to the eastern Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia. This small, grey-ish brown, elongated seed has a distinct licorice flavor and is commonly used in European and Mediterranean baking, pickling, soups and stews. 


Be sure to read our blog: Understanding Spices - Anise & Star Anise. Here are more ways to use Anise Seed:

Italian Biscotti: Anise seed adds a subtle licorice flavor to these classic Italian cookies, complementing the almonds and citrus zest.

Anise Seed Bread or Biscuits: Incorporate anise seed into homemade bread or biscuit dough for a fragrant and flavorful loaf or pan of biscuits.

Greek Tiropita: Anise seed can be added to the filling of tiropita, a traditional Greek cheese pie, for a unique twist on this savory pastry.

Moroccan Tagine: Anise seed is often found in spice blends for Moroccan tagine, adding depth of flavor to this slow-cooked stew.

Pickled Vegetables: Anise seed can be included in pickling brines for vegetables like cucumbers, carrots or beets, adding a subtle hint of licorice flavor.

Anise seed is often confused with Star Anise. While they both contribute a similar flavor profile, they are not interchangeable due to the differences in their potency, with Star Anise being quite potent.

Ingredients: Anise Seed

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

George ★★★★★

I've been adding these to my tea for a licorice kick, and the whole seeds hold their flavor much better than ground. The smell alone is incredibly aromatic.

Ella X. ★★★★★

I bought these mostly for baking, and the flavor is exactly the strong, authentic licorice taste I was hoping for. The seeds are small and uniform, which makes measuring for recipes really easy.

Steven ★★★★★

The aroma hit me as soon as I opened the bag—that unmistakable licorice scent, just like I remember from my grandmother's kitchen. These little seeds are perfect for brewing a soothing tea after dinner.