![]() Shichimi tōgarashi | |
Alternative names | Nana-iro tōgarashi |
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Type | Spice mixture |
Place of origin | Japan |
Invented | 17th century |
Shichi-mi tōgarashi (七味唐辛子, seven-flavor chili pepper), also known as nana-iro tōgarashi (七色唐辛子, seven-color chili pepper)[1][2] or simply shichimi, is a common Japanese spice mixture containing seven ingredients.[3] Tōgarashi is the Japanese name for Capsicum annuum peppers, and it is this ingredient that makes shichimi spicy.[4]