shichimi
Shichimi, also known as shichimi togarashi, is a common Japanese spice blend. Its name literally translates to "seven-flavor chili pepper." While the exact ingredients can vary by region and manufacturer, a typical blend includes seven components. These usually consist of chili pepper, sansho pepper, dried orange peel, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, hemp seeds, and nori seaweed. Sometimes ginger is used instead of nori or hemp seeds.
The flavor profile of shichimi is complex, offering a balance of heat from the chili peppers, a