Best 5 Chinese Style Five Spice Rub Recipes

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Welcome to the exploration of Chinese five-spice rub, the aromatic blend that takes your culinary adventures to new heights. This unique mixture of spices has a centuries-old history, with its origins deeply rooted in traditional Chinese cuisine. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of this enchanting rub, delving into the world of flavor dimensions it can bring to your dishes. Let's embark on a journey to discover the perfect five-spice rub recipe, unlocking the secrets to a taste experience that will captivate your senses.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY CHINESE FIVE-SPICE RUBBED CHICKEN WINGS WITH CREAMY CILANTRO DIPPING SAUCE



Spicy Chinese Five-Spice Rubbed Chicken Wings with Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce image

As much as I love the classic, tangy wings, I have to say these are right up there with them. These couldn't get much easier either. All I do is rub the wings all over with a hot Chinese five spice rub and bake them in a really hot oven.

Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 40 wings

Number Of Ingredients 11

40 chicken wing pieces or 20 whole chicken wings
2 tablespoons Chinese five- spice powder
3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce, recipe follows
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup light sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup yogurt
1/2 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 500 degrees F.
  • If you have whole chicken wings, cut off wingtips and cut the wings in half at the joint. Discard wingtips or freeze to make stock at a later time.
  • Place the wings in a large bowl. Sprinkle five-spice powder and cayenne on the wings, add a few pinches of salt and about 15 grinds of black pepper. Rub the mixture into all the wings until no more loose rub remains. Wash your hands.
  • Line the wing pieces up on a baking sheet so the side of the wing that has the most skin is facing up. Roast until cooked through, browned and crispy, about 25 minutes. Serve hot with Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce.
  • Combine ingredients in mixing bowl. Whisk ingredients to incorporate them fully and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

CHINESE FIVE SPICE SPARE RIBS



Chinese Five Spice Spare Ribs image

An amazing blend of traditional Chinese five spice and other mixtures to create a wow-factored, Asian delicacy!

Provided by Evanescence#6

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 5h35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 pounds pork short spareribs

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce, white wine vinegar, sesame oil, honey, five-spice powder, garlic, and ginger in a large storage bag. Shake to mix well. Add ribs to marinade; refrigerate 4 to 8 hours, turning bag occasionally.
  • Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Remove ribs from marinade and place in a roasting pan; cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Cook ribs for one hour, turning occasionally. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F. Remove foil from pan and bake an additional 20 minutes, turning once, until ribs are nicely browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 854.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 239.6 mg, Fat 62.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 58.7 g, SaturatedFat 22.4 g, Sodium 1087.5 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

CHINESE FIVE SPICE



Chinese Five Spice image

I regularly mix up my own spice blends. I have recipes of Indian and Mexican spice blends, too. But my favorite is this Chinese five spice version with its strong anise flavor. It's so convenient to make this mix from pantry staples I have on hand. -Lydia Scott, Englehart, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield about 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons aniseed
2 tablespoons fennel seed
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons whole cloves
2 tablespoons whole peppercorns

Steps:

  • In a spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle, combine all ingredients (in batches if necessary); grind until mixture becomes a fine powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HOMEMADE CHINESE FIVE SPICE AS A RUB



Homemade Chinese Five Spice As a Rub image

Is this a Chinese version with its strong anise flavor. It's so convenient to make this mix from pantry staples I have on hand. See update be low

Provided by CHEF GRPA

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons anise seed
2 tablespoons fennel seeds
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons whole cloves
2 tablespoons peppercorns

Steps:

  • 1. In a spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle, combine all ingredients (in batches if necessary); grind until mixture becomes a fine powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
  • My update Note: I play with this and ended up mixing half of this with a half cup of brown sugar and rubbing it on raw chicken. I then sprinkled soy sauce over the top. Considering that chinese five spice is so expensive, it's really better that I can make it at home. This way, I'm not out seven dollars for a spice I might only use a couple of times.
  • I made a variation from the original and added a tablespoon of powdered ginger to the mix instead of the pepper. hope this helps somebody.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8.8, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 2.1, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 1, Protein 0.3

ASIAN FIVE SPICE RUB



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Can be used on all types of meat, seafood and poultry. Not Emeril's, but a good subtitute. Can add a smidge of ground corriander and/or fennel.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Asian

Time 5m

Yield 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons Chinese five spice powder
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients, pressing out any lumps of brown sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.2, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 27927.1, Carbohydrate 62.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 54.5, Protein 2

Tips:

  • When choosing star anise, select pods that are whole, dark brown in color, and have a strong, sweet aroma.
  • Toast the Sichuan peppercorns in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant.
  • Grind the spices in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle until they are a fine powder.
  • Store the five-spice powder in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
  • Use the five-spice powder to flavor a variety of dishes, including meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, and rice.

Conclusion:

Chinese five-spice powder is a versatile blend of spices that can be used to add a unique flavor to a variety of dishes. With its sweet, savory, and slightly pungent taste, five-spice powder is a great way to add depth and complexity to your cooking. Whether you are using it to season a roast chicken, stir-fry some vegetables, or make a marinade for grilled shrimp, five-spice powder is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a way to add some extra flavor to your food, reach for the five-spice powder and experiment with this delicious and aromatic blend.

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