Homemade Furikake Rice Seasoning (No Junk, Just Flavor!)
Let’s talk furikake — that magical Japanese rice seasoning that somehow makes everything taste 10x better. The problem? Most store-bought versions are packed with junk: additives, preservatives, and unpronounceables you definitely don’t want on your lovingly prepped meals.
So guess what, buttercup? We’re skipping the store shelf and making our own. This homemade furikake is clean, customizable, and bursting with umami. Bonus: it’s so easy to whip up, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner.
Why You’ll Love It:
Zero weird fillers or MSG
Loaded with umami from nori and bonito flakes
Adds instant flavor to rice, veggies, eggs, and more
Keeps for a month in your pantry
Servings 0Ingredients
- ¼ cup coarsely chopped toasted nori strips
- ¼ cup white sesame seeds
- ¼ cup black sesame seeds
- ¼ cup loosely packed bonito flakes (aka fish flakes)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp togarashi (or ½ tsp cayenne for a spicy kick)
- ¼ tsp granulated stevia (just a touch of sweetness)
Instructions
- In a spice grinder or coffee grinder, pulse the nori strips until they’re broken down — but not powdered. You want some flakiness to remain.
- Add the sesame seeds, bonito flakes, salt, togarashi (or cayenne), and stevia. Pulse just until combined and uniform.
- Store in an airtight spice shaker or jar. It’ll keep well in a cool pantry for about a month (if it lasts that long).
📝 Notes & Tips:
Toasted Nori: Look for seaweed snack strips in the natural snack aisle — they’re perfect for this.
Grinder Alternatives: No spice grinder? Use a food processor, high-speed blender, or even a mortar and pestle. Just don’t over-process — texture is key.
Bonito Flakes & Togarashi: Available at Asian markets or online. They’re pantry gold for flavor boosting.
💡 How to Use It:
Sprinkle over rice, quinoa, or millet
Top soft- or hard-boiled eggs
Add to avocado toast or grain bowls
Toss with roasted veggies or popcorn
Once you’ve tried homemade furikake, there’s no going back. Clean, craveable, and endlessly versatile — this little seasoning blend packs a flavorful punch without compromising your clean eating goals.
