Furikake is a Japanese seasoning primarily added to rice to make it more flavourful. It is commonly made with several fragrant and umami ingredients like nori, salt, sesame seeds and fish flakes to create a dried topping that can be sprinkled over sushi rice, fish and vegetable dishes.
Shop below to discover different furikake blends and the best Japanese rice seasonings to enhance your recipes.
Furikake is a Japanese seasoning primarily added to rice to make it more flavourful. It is commonly made with several fragrant and umami ingredients like nori, salt, sesame seeds and fish flakes to create a dried topping that can be sprinkled over sushi rice, fish and vegetable dishes.
Shop below to discover different furikake blends and the best Japanese rice seasonings to enhance your recipes.
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what does furikake taste like?
This will depend on the ingredients used, as some blends will add wasabi or chilli for a powerful punch. On the whole, furikake rice seasoning has a rich, savoury taste with notes of nuttiness and saltiness.
Because each ingredient is dried, the Japanese topping can also add a slightly crunchy texture to your chosen dish.
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how to use furikake seasoning
Furikake is essentially a dried condiment, so it can really be added to whatever you want. In Japan, it is most commonly added to rice dishes and used to make onigiri to enhance the flavour of these rice balls.
You could add furikake as a topping to ramen, salads, fries or even popcorn for that distinct umami kick.
To add even further flavour to your meals, check out our range of oriental oils and sauces.
