Tag: Japanese cuisine

  • Shichimi Togarashi – what is it and how to use it?

    Shichimi Togarashi – what is it and how to use it?

    Japanese cuisine isn’t famous for being particularly spicy, but the Japanese have one secret they add to almost everything—Shichimi Togarashi. This seven-spice blend was created in the 17th century and is much more than just hot pepper. Chili as Medicine: A Story from the Edo Period Who would have thought that chili could be considered…