Five-spice powder, a mix that's common in China, Taiwan and certain parts of Vietnam and Thailand, typically contains star anise, cinnamon, cloves, Sichuan peppercorns and fennel seeds, but can also ...

Preheat the oven to 475°F. Place the short ribs on a rack on a baking sheet and roast until the ribs have reached a dark mahogany brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine chicken stock, Shaoxing ...

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Crush cardamom pods and remove seeds. In a dry pan over medium heat, toast cardamom seeds, Sichuan peppercorns and star anise, shaking pan, until very fragrant, 1-2 ...

Whether you make them at home, or opt to purchase pre-mixed blends, these spice blends are a must-have for any home cook. Getty Images Spices are the key to making spectacular meals at home, and ...

Whether you make them at home, or opt to purchase pre-mixed blends, these spice blends are a must-have for any home cook. Alexandra Domrongchai is a food and travel writer based out of New York. With ...