Five-Spice Powder

Ingredients

• 2½ (4"-long) cassia or cinnamon sticks
• 20 whole star anise
• 1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. whole cloves
• 20 slices dried sand ginger (optional)
• 2 Tbsp. plus 1½ tsp. Sichuan peppercorns
• 2½ tsp. sliced dried licorice root or fennel seeds
• 1 tsp. black peppercorns
• 1 tsp. white peppercorns (optional)
• A spice mill or coffee grinder

Directions

1. Toast cassia, star anise, cloves, sand ginger (if using), Sichuan peppercorns, licorice root, black peppercorns, and white peppercorns (if using) in a small skillet over medium, tossing once, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Let cool; grind to a powder in spice mill or coffee grinder.
2. Do Ahead: Five-Spice Powder can be made 1 month ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.