7 spices of Japan

Japanese 7 Spice Mix or "Shichimi togarashi" is a popular Japanese spice blend used to spice up noodle dishes, ramen soups, and rice dishes. It is typically made from seven different ingredients, including dried red chilies, sesame seeds, dried shallots, orange peel, nori sheets, Szechuan peppercorns, and toasted rice. There are many variations of this spice blend, and the ingredients may vary depending on the region or recipe used. The name "Shichimi" literally means "seven spices," referring to the seven basic ingredients used in the preparation. ""Togarashi" means "chili pepper" in Japanese. It has been used for centuries in Japan to spice up foods, and has become popular outside of Japan as well.Its citrus aromas and iodized taste flavor broths, grilled meats, seafood and white rice.Origin: Japan