Japanese Superfoods: Shichimi
This little powder not only packs a punch in the spiciness department, but is on fire in the nutritional stakes, too! Shichimi togarashi (commonly known as shichimi) is translated as “seven spice powder” and includes ground red chilli peppers, Szechuan peppers, citrus peel, sesame seeds (white and black), ginger and nori, all combined into an amazing seasoning powder blend of complementary tastes. Some variations may also include a mixture of hemp seeds, poppy seeds, garlic or shiso. Health benefitsShichimi was invented by a Japanese herbal medicine expert in the Edo period, with the intention...