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Chinese Spice Rub

Chinese Spice Rub

This Chinese spice rub is a flavorful blend of spices that can be used to add a delicious and aromatic taste to meats before grilling or roasting. It combines traditional Chinese spices with a hint of heat and sweetness, creating a perfect balance of flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Spice Blend
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 1 cup of spice rub
Calories 20 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Spice Grinder

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns - toasted
  • 1 tbsp star anise - crushed
  • 1 tbsp fennel seeds - toasted
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon - ground
  • 1 tbsp cloves - ground
  • 1 tbsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp ginger - ground
  • 1 tsp garlic - granulated
  • 1 tsp brown sugar - packed

Instructions
 

  • In a spice grinder, combine the toasted Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and fennel seeds. Grind into a fine powder.
  • Transfer the ground spices to a bowl and add the remaining ingredients. Mix well to combine.
  • Use the spice rub to season meats before grilling or roasting.

Notes

Store the spice rub in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
For a spicier version, add more chili flakes or cayenne pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 20kcalCarbohydrates: 3gFat: 1gSodium: 5mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
Keyword chinese, flavorful, grilling, roasting, spice rub
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