Name: Spice up your dishes with this flavorful Japanese 7 spice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons ground chili flakes; 2 tablespoons ground Sichuan peppercorns; 2 tablespoons ground dried orange peel; 2 tablespoons ground sesame seeds; 1 tablespoon ground ginger; 1 tablespoon ground garlic; 1 teaspoon ground nori seaweed

Add a burst of unique flavor to your dishes with this homemade Japanese 7 spice blend. Made with a combination of spices and herbs, this versatile seasoning adds a delightful kick to meats, vegetables, noodles, and more. Prepare this spice blend in just a few minutes and elevate your culinary creations to a whole new level.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons ground chili flakes
2 tablespoons ground Sichuan peppercorns
2 tablespoons ground dried orange peel
2 tablespoons ground sesame seeds
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground garlic
1 teaspoon ground nori seaweed

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the ground chili flakes, ground Sichuan peppercorns, ground dried orange peel, ground sesame seeds, ground ginger, ground garlic, and ground nori seaweed.
Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
Transfer the spice blend to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place.
Use the Japanese 7 spice as a seasoning for various dishes such as grilled meats, stir-fried vegetables, ramen, udon, or any other dish that could use a spicy and flavorful kick!

Interesting Facts

Japanese 7 spice, also known as Shichimi Togarashi, is a popular seasoning in Japan.

The spice blend typically contains seven ingredients, but variations can include more or fewer spices.

The combination of chili flakes, Sichuan peppercorns, orange peel, sesame seeds, ginger, garlic, and nori seaweed gives the spice blend its unique flavor profile.