We get this question quite often: "what is the difference between anise seed and star anise?" Not surprising, since they look very similar. There are also stories that both anise seed and star anise are good for your health. But what exactly does that mean? To clear up these uncertainties once and for all we wrote this blog so you know exactly what the difference is and how they contribute to a healthy life.
First we tell you what anise seed and star anise are. Then we show the main differences one by one. We do the same with the health benefits. Finally, we go into how you can use both spices in your dishes so you can start right away. (One of these recipes might even be our favorite dish…) Let’s begin!
What is anise seed? And what is star anise?
Anise seed grows on the plant of the same name, which reaches about half a meter in height and originally comes from the Middle East. The seeds of this plant are the anise seeds you know as the spice. Anise seed is known for its distinctive flavor,