A spice that has a taste similar to anise. This spice is widely used in the cuisine of Asian countries.
Star anise is used as a food seasoning, such as cinnamon bark and clove flowers. Star anise is also widely used in Indian cuisine, which is rich in spices, for example for curries. The people of Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia also use a lot of star anise for flavoring dishes. In Indonesia, this spice is used in several areas that have the characteristics of sharp spiced dishes. For example, Acehnese curry, Minang Rendang, Javanese and Balinese dishes.
In addition to delicious cuisine, star Anis also has health benefits. This spice is good for overcoming indigestion and has a diuretic or urinary tract function. In addition, it is also used for traditional medicine in Asia, for example for joint pain. Bunga Lawang is also often used for traditional drinks such as herbal medicine and tea blends, including the Thai tea drink which is a mixture of black tea and flower powder and Wedang Pekak, a traditional drink typical of the Demak Regency. Lawang flower tea can also be used as a cough medicine.