Furikake Mix

Elevate your everyday meals with this homemade Furikake Mix, a delicious Japanese seasoning blend that's bursting with umami flavor and nutty, savory goodness. Made with toasted sesame seeds, crumbled nori, and katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes), this recipe brings authentic Japanese flavors right to your kitchen. A touch of soy sauce, sugar, and salt enhances the seasoning, while optional ingredients like dried shrimp or chili flakes let you customize your mix for extra flair. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile topping is perfect for sprinkling over rice, noodles, soups, or roasted vegetables. Craft your own Furikake Mix today and turn simple dishes into gourmet creations!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 sheets Nori (dried seaweed sheets)
• 2 tablespoons White sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Black sesame seeds
• 1 cup Katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Optional: dried shrimp, wasabi powder, or chili flakes

Directions

Step 1

1. Toast the white and black sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until they are fragrant and slightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 2

2. Using scissors, cut the nori sheets into small strips or crumble them into tiny pieces by hand. Set aside.

Step 3

3. In a dry skillet over low heat, toast the katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavor. Remove from heat.

Step 4

4. In a small bowl, combine the salt, sugar, and soy sauce. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 5

5. Add the toasted sesame seeds, katsuobushi, nori, and any optional ingredients (such as dried shrimp, wasabi powder, or chili flakes) to the bowl with the seasoning mixture.

Step 6

6. Toss the ingredients until everything is well-coated in the soy sauce blend.

Step 7

7. Spread the mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow it to air dry for 10-15 minutes. Alternatively, place it in a low oven (200°F or 90°C) for 5 minutes to expedite drying.

Step 8

8. Once fully dried, transfer the furikake to an airtight container for storage. It can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Step 9

9. Use as a seasoning to sprinkle over rice, noodles, soups, or vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(318.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1135.7

Total Fat 30.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 3.5mg	0%
Sodium 3126.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 4.3g
Protein 198.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 531.7mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 1526.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.4%

Protein: 69.8%

Carbs: 5.8%