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Best Substitutes for Chinese Five-Spice Powder — What to Use Instead

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Star Anise + Cinnamon (DIY blend): 1/2 tsp star anise + 1/4 tsp each cinnamon, cloves, fennel, pepper — Make your own: equal parts star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fennel seed, and Sichuan peppercorn.

Allspice + Star Anise: 3/4 tsp allspice + 1/4 tsp ground star anise — Quick two-ingredient substitute. Captures the warm, aromatic profile.

Overview

Top substitute for chinese five-spice powder: Star Anise + Cinnamon (DIY blend) (1/2 tsp star anise + 1/4 tsp each cinnamon, cloves, fennel, pepper). Make your own: equal parts star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fennel seed, and Sichuan peppercorn. Plus 3 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Star Anise + Cinnamon (DIY blend): 1/2 tsp star anise + 1/4 tsp each cinnamon, cloves, fennel, pepper — Make your own: equal parts star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fennel seed, and Sichuan peppercorn.
  • Allspice + Star Anise: 3/4 tsp allspice + 1/4 tsp ground star anise — Quick two-ingredient substitute. Captures the warm, aromatic profile.
  • Garam Masala: 1:1 — Different but similar concept — a warm spice blend. Works in marinades and stir-fries.
  • Allspice (alone): 3/4 tsp allspice per 1 tsp five-spice — Simplest substitute. Captures the warm, complex flavor reasonably well.

Why This Matters

  • Chinese Five-Spice Powder may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
  • Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
  • Allergies or preferences may require alternatives

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Star Anise + Cinnamon (DIY blend) at 1/2 tsp star anise + 1/4 tsp each cinnamon, cloves, fennel, pepper
  2. 2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best substitute is Star Anise + Cinnamon (DIY blend) at 1/2 tsp star anise + 1/4 tsp each cinnamon, cloves, fennel, pepper. Make your own: equal parts star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fennel seed, and Sichuan peppercorn.