You can buy Chinese Five-Spice Powder in the ethnic food section of your local supermarket but if you only need a little bit at a time, you can make it yourself. (Sorry, Nutrition Facts label not available for this recipe.)
Ingredients:
Ground anise
Black peppercorns
Ground cinnamon
Ground cloves
Fennel seeds
Directions:
Combine equal measurements of the above ingredients in a pepper mill, clean coffee grinder or blender and grind until fine.
Store in an airtight container.
Suggested uses: Use as a spice rub on your favorite meats like chicken, pork, beef or seafood.
