S&B Nanami Togarashi 300g | Japanese Seven Spice Chilli Seasoning

Nanami Togarashi — Japanese seven spice — is one of the most interesting and complex spice blends in any cuisine. S&B Nanami Togarashi 300g combines red chilli pepper with six complementary ingredients — typically orange peel, sesame seeds, ginger, nori seaweed, sansho pepper, and poppy seeds — to create a seasoning that's spicy, aromatic, citrusy, nutty, and deeply layered all at once. It's not just heat — it's heat with character, and it transforms everything it's sprinkled on.

Use it on ramen and udon noodles, grilled chicken and yakitori skewers, edamame, tempura, rice dishes, and soups — anywhere you want to add a complex, aromatic spice hit rather than plain chilli powder. The 300g shaker is a generous size that keeps a busy kitchen well stocked, and at this size it's excellent value for a spice blend you'll reach for constantly once you discover it. Available for delivery across South Africa from Fabasian.

Why you'll love it:

• Complex seven-spice blend — chilli heat plus citrus, sesame, nori, ginger, and more
• Far more interesting and aromatic than plain chilli powder or flakes
• S&B quality — Japan's most trusted spice brand since 1923
• 300g shaker — a generous bulk size for heavy users and restaurant kitchens
• Transforms ramen, noodles, grilled meats, rice, and soups instantly
• A genuinely unique Japanese condiment that most South African kitchens haven't discovered yet

Best enjoyed: Shaken generously over ramen and udon noodles, sprinkled on yakitori and grilled chicken, dusted over edamame, used as a table seasoning for Japanese dishes, or added to marinades and dipping sauces for aromatic chilli complexity.

Suitable for: Ramen and noodle lovers, Japanese food enthusiasts, spice lovers looking for something more complex than standard chilli, restaurant kitchens serving Japanese cuisine, and adventurous home cooks ready to explore authentic Japanese seasonings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does Nanami Togarashi taste like? A: It's spicy, aromatic, citrusy, nutty, and complex — the chilli heat is present but layered with the fragrance of orange peel, the nuttiness of sesame, the freshness of ginger, and the savoury depth of nori. It's a much more interesting flavour experience than plain chilli seasoning.

Q: How spicy is S&B Nanami Togarashi? A: It has a moderate heat level — noticeable but not overwhelming. The complexity of the other six spices means the heat is balanced rather than dominant. Most people who enjoy mildly spicy food will find it very approachable.

Q: What's the difference between Nanami Togarashi and Ichimi Togarashi? A: Ichimi Togarashi is simply pure ground red chilli — straightforward, single-note heat. Nanami (or Shichimi) Togarashi is a seven-spice blend that includes chilli plus six other aromatics, making it far more complex and layered in flavour. Nanami is generally the more versatile and interesting of the two.

Q: Can I use Nanami Togarashi in non-Japanese cooking? A: Absolutely — its complex spice profile works brilliantly in fusion cooking. Try it on roasted vegetables, grilled meats, avocado toast, scrambled eggs, or popcorn for an unexpected but delicious aromatic heat.

Q: Where can I buy Nanami Togarashi in South Africa? A: Available online at Fabasian with fast nationwide delivery across South Africa, including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and Pretoria.