Furikake Seasoning
By: McCormick Kitchens
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Every bite of this homemade furikake seasoning will transport your taste buds to Japan. The perfect blend of white and black sesame seeds, bonito flakes, unseasoned nori, sugar and sea salt, this essential Japanese rice seasoning is best kept within reach of your dinner table. What is furikake? Translated as “sprinkle” from Japanese, this popular shake-on Japanese rice seasoning is a savory all-purpose blend that’s a beloved condiment and pantry staple. Packed with hints of umami, this Japanese furikake recipe adds a subtle crunch and hint of color to rice, fish, soup or vegetables. Try your homemade furikake seasoning atop our Spicy Japanese Izakaya Style Grilled Wings or Sesame & 7 Spice Chicken Rice Balls with Quick Kimchi.
Every bite of this homemade furikake seasoning will transport your taste buds to Japan. The perfect blend of white and black sesame seeds, bonito flakes, unseasoned nori, sugar and sea salt, this essential Japanese rice seasoning is best kept within reach of your dinner table. What is furikake? Translated as “sprinkle” from Japanese, this popular shake-on Japanese rice seasoning is a savory all-purpose blend that’s a beloved condiment and pantry staple. Packed with hints of umami, this Japanese furikake recipe adds a subtle crunch and hint of color to rice, fish, soup or vegetables. Try your homemade furikake seasoning atop our Spicy Japanese Izakaya Style Grilled Wings or Sesame & 7 Spice Chicken Rice Balls with Quick Kimchi.
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Instructions
- Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet on medium heat for about 2 minutes or until lightly toasted, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a bowl; cool completely.
- Place sesame seeds, bonito flakes, nori, sugar, and sea salt in a food processor. Pulse about 12 times or until the mixture is well blended.
- Store in a tightly covered jar in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month.
