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Shichimi Togarashi (Japanese Seven Spice Blend)
Shichimi togarashi (or nanami togarashi) is a popular Japanese spice blend made with seven spices or more. It adds a fiery kick to any dish, but it's also savoury, nutty and umami-packed.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 24 teaspoons
Calories: 10 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Japanese
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons chile powder or flakes* , I use gochugaru
- 2 tablespoons seaweed flakes* , or 1 nori sheet
- 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns , ground or whole
- 1 tablespoon dried orange peel* , powder or zest
- 2 teaspoon white sesame seeds , toasted
- 2 teaspoon black sesame seeds , toasted
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground white pepper
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds , or more sesame seeds
Instructions
- If you're using whole or coarse spices like red chilli flakes, a toasted nori sheet, whole Sichuan peppercorns, or orange peel (instead of powder): First, grind them into a fine powder using a food processor, spice grinder, coffee grinder, or mortar and pestle.
- Then, in a small bowl, mix all of the ingredients until well combined. Or shake, shake, shake them in a spice jar.
- Transfer the shichimi togarashi spice blend to an airtight container or clean spice jar and store it in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months, or until the colour starts to fade.
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Notes
- This shichimi togarashi recipe is adapted from “JapanEasy" by Time Anderson.
- I use gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) in my shichimi, but you can use your favourite chile powder. Just be mindful of the spiciness. If you want a milder spice blend: start by adding half the chile powder, then add more once you've tasted the final blend.
- I use a combination of black and white sesame seeds, but you can use either. And, if you don't have store-bought toasted sesame seeds, simply toast raw sesame seeds in a hot, dry pan for a few minutes. Or see how to toast sesame seeds for more instructions.
- Use dried orange zest or powder. If you have dried orange peel strips, grind them into a powder first. It's also super easy to make at home. See how to make dried citrus zest for step-by-step instructions.
Nutrition Information
Calories
10kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
0.4g
(1%)
Fat
0.5g
(1%)
Saturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1g
Sodium
22mg
(1%)
Potassium
33mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
402IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
14mg
(1%)
Iron
0.5mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24teaspoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 10
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 10kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 22mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 33mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 402IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.