Santaka Chili Pepper Seeds: From Garden Patch to Spicy Dish
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Bring the authentic, fiery spirit of Japanese cuisine to your garden with the Santaka pepper. A classic variety from Japan, the Santaka is a type of “Takanotsume,” or “Hawk Claw” chili, celebrated for its potent, clean heat and beautiful growth habit. This is the go-to pepper for adding a sharp, focused kick to countless Japanese dishes.
The Santaka plant is a true showstopper, producing dense clusters of small, slender peppers that point straight to the sky as they ripen to a brilliant, glossy red. While highly ornamental, its true purpose is in the kitchen. The Santaka delivers a straightforward, pungent heat without the complex fruity or smoky notes of other peppers, allowing it to spice up a dish without altering its core flavor profile. This is the essential pepper for the iconic Japanese Seven-Spice blend, Shichimi Togarashi.
Key Details:
- Species: Capsicum annuum
- Heat Level: Hot (40,000 – 50,000 SHU)
- Flavor Profile: A sharp, clean, and pungent heat with a classic red pepper taste.
- Origin: Japan
- Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Perfect For:
Making your own authentic Shichimi Togarashi (Japanese Seven-Spice) at home! It’s ideal for drying and grinding into flakes (Ichimi Togarashi) to sprinkle over ramen, udon, and rice bowls. The whole dried pods are perfect for adding a blast of clean heat to stir-fries and soups.
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| Quantity | 15 Seeds |
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