Shichimi tōgarashi

Shichimi is an ancient Japanese spice blend that is nowadays primarily used as a rub, in addition to its traditional use as a topping, o.a. for noodles. Shichimi is on the oily side because it contains sesame seeds.

Shichimi means 'seven flavors', referring to the seven ingredients. The spiciness of shichimi is controlled using both. peppers in the mixture: tōgarashi (chili pepper) and sanshō. The former is a striking element in Japanese cuisine, which has no chili tradition. Initially, it was used there only in Chinese medicine, as was shichimi, hence the connection.

In shichimi tōgarashi, the chili (tōgarashi) sets the tone. The spiciest shichimi tōgarashi is referred to by the term 'ogara'. In Kyoto, the slightly milder shichimi tōgarashi we supply is the standard. This contains relatively more sansho and less chili. There is also a black variant called kuro shichimi. This contains black pepper instead of chili pepper, and only black sesame seeds. As a result, kuro shichimi has a flavor profile that pairs excellently with red meat, tofu, and white rice.

Shichimi It was first prepared in the early seventeenth century in Edo (present-day Tokyo) in accordance with the techniques of Chinese medicine. The inventor is said to be 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

Scent and taste

Although spicy, this shichimi is relatively mild for a shimichi tōgarashi, due to the pleasant balance between the sharp chili and the tangy sansho. You can create a distinct difference by adding either chili or sansho yourself. Both are available in our webshop.

Use "top your noodles"

You use shimichi tōgarashi as a topping for noodles such as udon and soba, oden, nabe, and tempura. Additionally, shichimi tōgarashi is very suitable as a rub for white meat (pork and chicken) or tuna.Also pairs well with pumpkin, avocado, roasted Brussels sprouts, and sweet potatoes!
Mayonnaise enriched with shichimi is delicious with chicken and salmon!

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Features:

• mixture as described above: tōgarashi (chili pepper), 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 packaging

• The jar is available in 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 sealed packaging
• preferably store in a dark, dry and cool place
• batch OB590409 - best before September 2027 (09-2027)
• This expiration date is an indication.

Batch number

The batch number helps us trace which supply an item originated from. It is listed on the packing slip and the invoice.