>>54433
Yes, star anise is similar in taste, but in some people it tastes bitter, and causes temporary numbness when used in candy, like liquorice. I honestly have to tone back on star anise when certain recipes, especially Chinese ones, call for it. Like I really like red braised pork and fish, but it calls heavily for star anise for the actual glaze, and the flavor can sometimes be overpowering, and yuck.
Hu or SD probably would, too.
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