Introduction

There’s nothing quite like a big bowl of rice with furikake to comfort you during tough times. This dish is the ultimate comfort food, sure to make you feel better no matter what’s going on in your life. Furikake is a delicious Japanese seasoning that consists of seaweed, sesame seeds, and dried fish flakes. It adds a wonderful salty flavor to the rice and is perfect for those cold winter nights when you need something warm and comforting. Give this recipe a try today!

What Is Furikake, And Where Can You Buy It?

Furikake is a Japanese condiment used for sprinkling on top of rice or other types of food. It’s usually made from seaweed and fish flakes and has a salty, savory taste. It adds flavor and texture to the rice – furikake is typically sprinkled on top of Japanese rice before eating.

You can find furikake in many Japanese specialty stores, or you can try your local Asian grocery store. Many grocery stores now carry furikake as well.

How To Make Rice With Furikake

1. First, take one cup of Basmati rice and rinse it for about five minutes. This step is optional, but doing so will remove the powdery coating on the rice grains outside and make your dish that much tastier.

2. Bring one or two cups of water to a rolling boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Add the rice and bring the water back to a rolling boil again. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid. Once you’re done cooking your rice, remove it from the heat immediately.

3. For this recipe, you will need one tablespoon of sugar. If you don’t have any sugar handy, use two tablespoons of sweeteners such as honey, brown sugar, or maple syrup. 

4. Now comes the fun part! Remove the wooden stick from your favorite store-bought furikake – if there’s one that doesn’t have a wooden stick, then it almost certainly won’t work for making a rice dish (I don’t recommend any of those that don’t have a wooden stick either). Place the furikake in a bowl with your dry ingredients: 1 cup plain sushi rice, one teaspoon white pepper powder or ground black pepper (to taste), and two tablespoons vegetable oil.

The Health Benefits Of Furikake-Seasoned Rice

1. It Provides Protein

Traditionally, furikake is made from sesame seeds, dried seaweed, and dried fish flakes which are all high in protein. Let’s face it – you can’t get much more protein than that! 

2. It Contains Calcium

Calcium is an essential building block of our body’s cells and bones, so it’s great to have plenty of this mineral in our diet. 

3. It Doesn’t Contain Gluten (And It Contains No Wheat)

Gluten is a common food allergy for many people – but with furikake, you’re not going to be allergic to anything! 

4. It’s High In Fiber

Fiber is a soluble dietary fiber that absorbs water quickly, which makes it great for increasing the bulk and keeping our stools soft and regular. It’s also great for lowering cholesterol levels. 

5. It’s A Good Source Of Potassium And Magnesium

Potassium helps to regulate fluid balance in our body – it helps keep our blood pressure down and keeps our muscles from cramping when we’re inactive (you know, like during “downtime” between workouts). Potassium also helps prevent muscle spasms during physical training. Magnesium is an essential mineral that works with calcium to help keep bones strong and healthy and provide energy for muscle contraction and muscle tissue relaxation.

Variations On The Basic Recipe

Now, I know there are many variations on this Recipe – the one I’m going to share with you is just my personal favorite.

1. Try adding a bit of cayenne pepper to change the taste. 

2. If you’ve got some rice in your cupboard, then try using that instead of other rice. 

3. You can also use brown rice instead of white rice – but white rice works best in this recipe! 

4. If you’re cooking some zoodles or pasta, throw those in at the end of cooking time so that they don’t get overcooked (I usually just cook mine for about 10 minutes or so).

Some Recipes That Use Furikake Rice As The Main Ingredient

1. Ohba And Ohba: Japanese Cuisine

2. Nakano Region’s Rice In Furikake-Seasoned Rice

3. Shio Rice With Furikake

4. From Japan, With Love: Mantou With Furikake Rice

5. Sushi With Furikake Rice

The History Of Furikake And Its Popularity In Japan Today

Furikake is a Japanese condiment invented by mixing different ingredients and baking them. The name “Furikake” comes from the word “Furi,” meaning “to sprinkle.” Some people think that Furikake was created to use leftover food, but this isn’t true. In Japan, there are three kinds of Furikake: homemade, store-bought, and restaurant-made – each has its place in the market today.

Although Furikake has been produced for centuries in Japan, it wasn’t until the late-eighteenth century that people started making it for personal use. Once the dish was popular with ordinary people, Japan began importing Furikake from Europe, which was often too expensive for the commoner.

The demand for Furikake started increasing in Japan following World War II. It became even more popular once cooking shows appeared on television and when people discovered the health benefits of eating it regularly.

Conclusion

You may not have realized that rice was made with furikake, and if you’re a fan of Japanese cuisine, then maybe you didn’t notice how this seasoning is used in dishes. Even if you’ve never tried it before, I highly recommend giving it a try – you’ll be glad you did!

This recipe is one of the best options for anyone who loves sushi – it’s simple to make and tastes just like the “real thing.” This recipe is a great way to get some nutritional benefits from your food as well – furikake is an excellent source of protein, fiber, potassium, and magnesium.