[RECIPE] Furikake

Furikake is a crunchy, Umami-rich Japanese seasoning typically made with seaweed, sesame seeds, and other flavorful ingredients. It’s often sprinkled over hot steamed rice or mixed into Onigiri (rice balls). This recipe offers a soft-style Furikake that’s easy to make at home, using nutritious ingredients like turnip greens, Shirasu (baby sardines), and Yuzu. It's a delicious and hearty addition to your meals. 

Recipe: 

Serving: About 1 1/2 cup   

Time: 20 minutes   

Ingredients:

• 2-3 pieces Turnip green top

• 1 tsp Salt

• 1 cup Shirasu (baby sardines) 

• 2 slices Ginger

• 1 tbsp Sesame oil 

• 1 tbsp Soy sauce

• 2 tbsp Sesame seeds

• 2 tbsp Yuzu juice

• 1 pack Katsuobushi (bonito flakes)

• Yuzu Shichimi pepper

  
  

Instructions:

1. Prepare the turnip greens 
   Rinse the green tops thoroughly and chop them into small pieces. Rub with salt, let sit for 5 minutes, then squeeze out excess water. Pat dry with paper towels.
   

2. Chop the ginger 
   Cut the ginger into fine pieces.
   

3. Cook the Shirasu and ginger 
   Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add sesame oil, Shirasu, and ginger, and stir-fry until the fish turns golden and crispy.
   

4. Add the greens 
   Stir in the prepared turnip greens and cook until they soften.
   

5. Season the Furikake
   Add Katsuobushi, sesame seeds, soy sauce, Yuzu juice, and Yuzu Shichimi pepper. Stir continuously until the liquid evaporates.
   

6. Serve and enjoy 
   Sprinkle the Furikake over freshly cooked rice and enjoy!
   

RECIPE by Azusa