Anis (Pimpinella anisum)

Introduction:

Aniseed is an ancient medicinal and spice plant. The fruits, which look like seeds, taste strongly aromatic, sweetish and liquorice-like.

Use/Preparation:

The strong flavouring power of aniseed gives bread, Christmas biscuits and desserts a fine taste. The spice is mainly used in oriental and Asian cuisine, tea, schnapps and liqueurs (sambuca, raki, arak, pastis, ouzo, absynth, etc.).

Health:

Aniseed preparations loosen stuck mucus from the bronchial tubes and promote its removal. Aniseed also has a stimulating, digestive and antispasmodic effect. In aromatherapy it is used against headaches.

Alternatives:

Fennel and star anise have a similar aroma.

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Average nutritional values	per 100 g
Energy (kcal/kJ)	385/1613
Fat	15,9 g
Healthy fatty acids	0,9 g
Carbohydrates	35,4 g
Sugar	33,6 g
Protein	17,6 g
Salt	0 g