2 tablespoons anise seeds, crushed
2 tablespoons freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons fennel seeds, crushed
2 tablespoons ground cloves
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 tablespoons ground ginger
1/2 tablespoons ground allspice

Combine all ingredients; store in an airtight container. Popular to rub or marinate pork, tofu, or fish.
Yield: 3/4 cup.