Gut Friendly Shichimi Togarashi
This Japanese seven-spice blend is a powerhouse condiment that layers heat, citrus, nuttiness, and a subtle oceanic depth into a single jar. Each ingredient earns its place — gochugaru brings a fruity, moderate heat, sansho pepper adds a lively tingle, and dried orange peel lifts the whole blend with brightness. Toasting the sesame seeds and sansho before grinding is the move that takes this from good to genuinely great, coaxing out oils and aroma that a raw blend simply can't match. From a gut-friendly standpoint, this blend is built entirely from whole, minimally processed spices, seeds, and dried botanicals — no fillers, no additives, and no mystery ingredients hiding in a store-bought packet. Ground ginger is a longtime digestive ally, sansho pepper has been used in traditional cooking for its stomach-soothing properties, and sesame seeds bring a small but meaningful dose of fiber. A pinch over grilled fish, noodles, rice, or roasted vegetables is all it takes to make a simple meal feel intentional and complex. Keep a jar on the counter and you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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8 servings
- 2 tbsp korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru) or coarsely ground dried red chili
- 1 tbsp sansho pepper (or sichuan peppercorns)
- 1 tbsp dried orange peel, finely crumbled
- 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
- 1 tsp black sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp nori, cut or crumbled into small flakes
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- 1
Toast the white sesame seeds and black sesame seeds together in a dry small skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the white seeds are lightly golden and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes. Watch closely, as sesame seeds can brown quickly. Transfer immediately to a plate to cool.
- 2
Add the sansho pepper to the same skillet and toast over medium-low heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 30–45 seconds. Transfer to the plate with the sesame seeds and let cool completely.
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