A popular
food souvenir at some Japan’s famous shrine festivals and tourist sites,
Shichimi Togarashi is a blend of seven flavors that tickles the tongue and
enhance the flavor of noodles, grilled meat, and more. A typical blend may
contain coarsely ground red chili pepper, ground sansho (Japanese pepper),
roasted orange peel, black sesame seed, white sesame seed, hemp seed, ground
ginger and nori or aonori (seaweed). Some recipes may substitute or supplement these
with poppy seed, yuzu peel, rapeseed or shiso.
Originally
sold by herbal medicine shop in the 17th century in Edo, currently
in Tokyo, Shichimi Togarashi is a spicy-savory blended of coarsely ground
chilies plus varying ingredients depending on the region, manufactures and
cook.
We
sprinkle this Shichimi Togarashi over Udon noodles, Yakitori, hot pot dish,
beef bowl the Gyudon, tempura and lots more! Enjoy sprinkle the Japanese Seven
Spices, the Shichimi Togarashi!
Togarashi Shichimi Blend is one of my favorite seasonings because of its complex flavor profile. The blend of seven spices creates a perfect balance of heat, nuttiness, and citrus that elevates any dish. Whether I'm using it in a stir-fry, soup, or even on popcorn, Togarashi Shichimi Blend adds a unique and delicious twist to my meals.
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