Chinese-Style Five Spice Rub

¼ cup whole star anise pods

5 tablespoons whole cloves

5 tablespoons Szechuan peppercorns

5 tablespoons fennel seed

¼ cup ground cinnamon

Grind the anise pods, cloves, peppercorns, fennel, and cinnamon in a spice mill or with a mortar and pestle to a fine powder. Store in a sealed container in a cool dark place until needed.