Shichimi Togarashi: Japan's 7-Spice Blend

Shichimi Togarashi: Japan's 7-Spice Blend

By Chef Liu Wei ·
Shichimi togarashi literally means seven-flavor chili pepper. This iconic Japanese spice blend combines chili flakes with six other ingredients including sansho pepper, orange peel, and seaweed.

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