Chilli & heat · Ground

Shichimi togarashi

Also called shichimi, Japanese seven spice, nanami togarashi

Japanese seven-spice blend of chilli, sansho, orange peel, sesame, nori and ginger; hot, citrusy and slightly numbing. Sprinkled over udon, soba, yakitori and rice bowls.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeContains: sesame

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodChilli flakes

    Only chilli; add sesame and orange zest. (use 0.75× the amount)

  • T2 · GoodIchimi togarashi

    Pure chilli without sesame, citrus or nori; hotter.

  • T3 · In a pinchCayenne pepper

    Heat only; no sesame, citrus or nori. (use 0.5× the amount)

  • T3 · In a pinchGochugaru

    Mild sweet chilli, no citrus or sesame.

Cook with Shichimi togarashi