Shichimi tōgarashi

Shichimi is an ancient Japanese spice blend, now primarily used as a rub, in addition to its traditional use as a topping, o.aFor noodles. Shichimi is a bit greasy because it contains sesame seeds.

Shichimi means "seven flavors," referring to the seven ingredients. The spiciness of shichimi is controlled by the two peppers in the mixture: tōgarashi (chilipepper) and sanshō. The former is a prominent element in Japanese cuisine, which has no chili tradition. Initially, it was only used in Chinese medicine, as was shichimi, hence the name.

In shichimi tōgarashi, the chili (tōgarashi) sets the tone. The hottest shichimi tōgarashi is called "ogara." In Kyoto, the slightly milder shichimi tōgarashi we supply is the standard. This contains proportionally more sansho and less chili. There is also a black variety, called kuro shichimi. This contains black pepper instead of chilipepper, and only black sesame seeds. Kuro shichimi therefore has a flavor palette that pairs perfectly with red meat, tofu, and white rice.

Shichimi It was first prepared in the early 17th century in Edo (present-day Tokyo) according to the techniques of Chinese medicine. Its inventor is said to have been Karashiya Tokuemon, owner of a small herbal shop in the Ryogoku Yagenbori district. This shop still exists and, like many similar shops in the city, sells a variety of shichimis.

Shichimi tōgarashi contains:

• tōgarashi (chili)
• sansho
• shiso leaf
• black and/or white SESAME-seeds
• citrus peel (yuzu)
• nori,
• nigella (hemp seed) and
• ginger

Smell and taste

While spicy, this shichimi is relatively mild for a shimichi tōgarashi, thanks to the pleasant balance between the hot chili and the pungent sansho. You can add a touch of flavor by adding either chili or sansho. Both are available in our online store.

Use "top your noodles"

Shimichi tōgarashi is used as a topping for noodles like udon and soba, oden, nabe, and tempura. It's also excellent as a rub for white meats (pork and chicken) or tuna.Also combines well with pumpkin, avocado, roasted Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes!
With chicken and salmon, a mayonnaise enriched with shichimi is delicious!

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Features:

• mixture as described above: tōgarashi (chilipepper), sanshō, shiso leaf, black and white SESAME-seeds, citrus peel, nori, nigella (hemp seed) and ginger
• origin: Japan

Assortment

• available in glass (60 grams) and stand-up pouch (no test tubes)
• larger quantities on request

Allergen information

• the mixture contains sesame

Gift wrapping

• The jar is available in a tasteful gift packaging, consisting of a cube box filled with black tissue paper.
• For an overview of our gift packaging, please refer to the gift packaging section.

Save:

• save your shichimi in closed packaging
• preferably store in a dark, dry and cool place
• best before June 2027 (06-2027)
• This expiration date is an indication

Batch number

The batch number helps us track which batch an item originates from. It's listed on the packing slip and invoice.