Togarashi Fried Rice
Shichimi Togarashi is a spicy Japanese seasoning blend that includes chilies, sesame, orange peel, nori and more. It is traditionally used to flavor soups, noodles dishes, grilled meats and seafood.
This recipe is perfect for when you want to spice up a homemade meal. You’ll get the comfort of a traditional fried rice, but with a Togarashi kick. Enjoy!
TOGARASHI FRIED RICE INGREDIENTS
2 Cups Hinode Sprouted Brown Rice
2 Cups Water
1 Tbl Sesame Oil
1/2 Cup Shallots
1 Cup Chopped Carrots
1 Cup Chopped Squash
1 Cup Chopped Yellow Onion
1 Cup Edamame Beans
1/2 Cup Chopped Green Onions
1 Tbl Sesame Seeds (black and White mixed)
1/2 Cup Cilantro Leaf, peeled whole
1 Tbl Togarashi Powder
TORAGASHI OIL INGREDIENTS
4 Tbl Soy Sauce
1 Tbl Brown Sugar
6 Cloves Garlic
1 Tbl Molasses
1 Tbl Sesame Oil
1 tsp Chopped Jalapeno (no seeds)
1 tsp Togarashi Powder
Togarashi Oil Preparation
Add all ingredients and pulse in food processor or blender.
Store in airtight container until ready to use.
Togarashi Fried Rice Cooking Instructions
Follow cooking instructions on Rice packet. Cool rice and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Make Togarashi Oil in advance (see above).
In sauté pan or wok, turn heat to med-high/high.
Add 1 Tbl of sesame oil, add vegetables and start to sauté. When sauté has become golden brown (3-5 mins), add togarashi oil (30 sec), then add cooked rice. Sauté 3-5 min until rice is browned and stir fried.
Finish with chopped green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, and togarashi powder.