Anise Myrtle ~ Whole leaf dried and ground 50g by Warndu
The most perfect substitute for any liquorice in both sweet and savoury dishes. Dried and ground, ready for your use at home.
Anise Myrtle (syzygium anisatum) this rainforests species has leaves with strong liquorice and aniseed flavours. Also known as aniseed myrtle or ringwood, it is found naturally in the subtropical rainforests of northern New South Wales. Anise myrtle leeaf is one of the highest sources of the compound anethole, which gives it the aniseed flavour and aroma, and you will see when when you use it at home.
◎ Common Name: Anise Myrtle
◎ Scientific or Latin Name: syzygium anisatum
◎ Comparison: Fennel, liquorice root
◎ Seasonality: All year dried
◎ Region: Rainforest
This spice is featured in these recipes in Warndu Mai
- Beetroot, ginger & anise myrtle soup
- ice-cream
- roasted beetroot
- Quandong and Anise Myrtle Tea
Priced at $16

