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Shichimi Togarashi (Japanese 7 Spice Blend)
5 from 97 votes

Shichimi Togarashi (Japanese 7 Spice Blend)

Shichimi Togarashi is a Japanese seven-spice blend combining toasted sesame seeds, Sichuan peppercorns, orange peel, red chili flakes, ground ginger, poppy seeds, and crumbled roasted nori. The blend is coarsely ground to preserve texture and aroma, delivering a warm, spicy, and citrusy seasoning that can enhance soups, noodles, and grilled dishes. Tailoring the chili flakes adjusts the heat, making this versatile mix a flavorful addition to many Japanese-inspired preparations.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 9 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons red chili flakes (note: shichimi togarashi is HOT, use less red chili according to your heat preference)
  • 1 tablespoon orange peel use less, about 1 teaspoon, if making nanami togarashi, dried
  • 2 teaspoons white sesame seeds
  • 2 teaspoons black sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns or sanshō
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
  • 1/2 heet nori crumbled, roasted

Instructions

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  1. In a dry skillet, lightly toast the white and black sesame seeds, sichuan peppercorns and poppy seeds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.  Transfer to a bowl and let them cool completely.  
  2. Place all of the ingredients along with the nori in a spice/coffee grinder and pulse until coarsely ground (be sure it's coarse and not a fine powder).Store in an airtight jar.  For optimal flavor use within a few weeks.

Nutrition Information

Calories 9kcal (0%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 0.3g (1%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g (2%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g (1%) Sodium 22mg (1%) Potassium 34mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 0.1g (0%) Vitamin A 403IU (8%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 9

% Daily Value*

Calories 9kcal 0%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 0.3g 1%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Sodium 22mg 1%
Potassium 34mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 0.1g 0%
Vitamin A 403IU 8%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.