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, also known as or simply ''shichimi'', is a common Japanese spice mixture containing seven ingredients. Tōgarashi is the Japanese name for '' Capsicum annuum'', a red pepper native to Central and South America, and it is this ingredient that makes shichimi spicy.
Shichimi dates back at least to the 17th century, when it was produced by herb dealers in
File:七味唐辛子 (5311706915).jpg, This is a performance of mixing spices while explaining their benefits.
About
A typical blend may contain: * coarsely ground red chili pepper (the main ingredient) * ground sanshō ("Japanese pepper") * roasted orange peel ( Chenpi) * black sesame seed * white sesame seed *hemp
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seed
* ground ginger
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* '' nori'' or '' aonori'' (seaweed)
* poppy seed
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Some recipes may substitute or supplement these with yuzu peel, rapeseed or shiso. Shichimi is distinguished from , which is simply ground red chili pepper.
It is often consumed with soups and on noodles and gyūdon. Some rice products such as rice cakes, agemochi and roasted rice crackers also use it for seasoning.
History
Shichimi dates back at least to the 17th century, when it was produced by herb dealers in Edo
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, current day Tokyo, and sometimes it is referred to as . Most shichimi sold today come from one of three kinds, sold near temples: sold near Sensō-ji, sold near Kiyomizu-dera, and sold near Zenkō-ji.
Culture
In modern times, the product is generally sold as a formulated product, but in the past it was prepared and sold according to the customer's needs (七味唐辛子売り). Even today, performances can be seen at festival stalls.See also
* List of condiments *References
{{Chili peppers Herb and spice mixtures Japanese condiments