Chinese Star Anise-Orange Brine

Name: Chinese Star Anise-Orange Brine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups dry sherry; 2/3 cup kosher salt; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 cup coarsely chopped unpeeled fresh ginger; 12 star anise; 4 cinnamon sticks (2 1/2 in. long); 2 tablespoons red chile flakes; Zest of 4 oranges or 8 tangerines; 2 cups orange juice or tangerine juice

Eats Now Editorial Team · 403 kcal · General

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Chinese Star Anise-Orange Brine – a delicious recipe with sherry, kosher salt, soy sauce, sugar, fresh ginger, anise. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups dry sherry
2/3 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
1 cup coarsely chopped unpeeled fresh ginger
12 star anise
4 cinnamon sticks (2 1/2 in. long)
2 tablespoons red chile flakes
Zest of 4 oranges or 8 tangerines
2 cups orange juice or tangerine juice

1
Pour 2 1/2 qts. water into a deep pot. Add remaining ingredients except orange juice. Cover, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes. Nest pot in ice water until cool. Discard cinnamon and stir in orange juice.
2
Accompaniments
3
Orange or tangerine slices
4
Sushi rice
5
Green onions cut in 2-in.-long slivers

403

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups dry sherry, 2/3 cup kosher salt, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tablespoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Chinese Star Anise-Orange Brine falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
403 kcal
Category
General

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