Homemade Furikake Rice Seasoning
If you’ve ever wandered the aisles of an Asian grocery store, you’ve probably come across furikake—a savory, crunchy Japanese seasoning perfect for sprinkling on rice, veggies, and even eggs. The problem? Most store-bought versions are packed with fillers, preservatives, or mystery ingredients.
The solution: make your own! This DIY furikake is clean, flavorful, and incredibly simple to whip up. Packed with toasted nori, sesame seeds, bonito flakes, and a touch of spice, it brings a perfect umami punch to your meals. Plus, it stores well, so you can keep a batch on hand for quick flavor boosts all month long.
Servings 0
Ingredients
- ¼ cup coarsely chopped toasted nori strips
- ¼ cup white sesame seeds
- ¼ cup black sesame seeds
- ¼ cup loosely packed bonito flakes (fish flakes)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp togarashi seasoning (or ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper)
- ¼ tsp granulated stevia
Instructions
- In a spice grinder or coffee grinder, pulse the nori until ground but still slightly flaky (not powdered).
- Add the sesame seeds, bonito flakes, salt, togarashi, and stevia. Pulse until evenly combined.
- Store the furikake in an airtight spice container or jar for up to a month. Sprinkle over rice, veggies, or egg bowls for an instant flavor upgrade.
✨ With just a few pantry staples, you’ve got a versatile, homemade seasoning that’s fresher and cleaner than anything store-bought.
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