Furikake Recipe (Vegan Japanese Rice Seasoning)
With toasted sesame seeds, crunchy nori, and balanced with a tiny hint of sweetness, this furikake recipe is the bomb on everything from veggies and rice to noodles. It’s effortless to make, more flavorful and fresh than store-bought, and adds layers of flavor in seconds!
Servings: 4 Ounces
Calories: 70kcal
Cost: $4
Equipment
- Kitchen scissors
Ingredients
- ¼ cup white sesame seeds
- 4 teaspoons black sesame seeds
- ¼ cup nori cut or crumpled into tiny bits
- 1 ¼ teaspoons sugar or coconut sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Optional Additions:
- ½ teaspoon ichimi togarashi or gochugaru
- ½ teaspoon wasabi powder (natural)
Instructions
- Toast the white and black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and allow to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the toasted sesame seeds, black sesame seeds, crumbled nori, sugar, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- If using optional additions, add the ichimi togarashi or wasabi powder and stir to evenly distribute.
- Transfer the furikake to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place. Use as a topping for rice, noodles, or salads.
Notes
🌾 Sesame Street Smarts:
Toast sesame seeds over medium heat, stirring often to prevent uneven roasting or burning. Perfectly golden seeds make all the difference.
📜 Nori-ous B.I.G.:
Cut nori into fine strips with scissors or crumble it for a rustic texture. Tiny rectangles create the best balance in each bite.
🌶️ Spice Up Your Life:
Add ichimi togarashi or wasabi powder for a mild heat, or use mushroom powder or nutritional yeast to replace bonito’s umami punch.
- ❄️Chill Out:
Nutrition
Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 2mg