Furikake Recipe
Total Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Rating
4.9 out of 5 stars
(12)
Ingredients
1 serving
- ½ cup white sesame seeds (see notes)
- 2-3 seasoned nori sheets (or plain)
- ½ teaspoon salt, more to taste
- ½ teaspoon sugar (optional, but good)
- 2 teaspoons shiitake powder (toast alongside sesame seeds in the pan)
- 1 tablespoon dulse (toast alongside sesame seeds in the pan)
- 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds
- 1-3 tablespoons bonito flakes
- ½ teaspoon wasabi powder
- 1 teaspoon kelp powder
- ¼ teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon miso powder
- 2 teaspoons dried shiso leaves
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Preparation
Step 1
In a food processor or spice grinder, pulse sesame seeds 1 or 2 times so that the seeds are partially ground, leaving some whole, taking care they grind quickly.
Step 2
Place seeds in a cast iron pan (or sauté pan) on low heat, stirring every minute or so until they become fragrant and lightly toasted, 7-8 minutes.
Step 3
Stack, fold and cut nori into small strips then cut into small pieces with a sharp knife or kitchen scissors, or you can also crumble with your hands.
Step 4
Add to sesame seeds in a small bowl, along with salt and sugar.
Step 5
Add any additional ingredients ( see ideas and get creative!)
Step 6
Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
Step 7
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