Japanese Rice with Furikake

Perfectly steamed white rice sprinkled with savory and umami-rich furikake seaweed seasoning. A simple and delicious side dish.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Calories

270

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.06

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Ingredients

Servings

2cupsJapanese Short-Grain Rice(Use sushi rice or other high-quality short-grain rice for best results.)

£1.75

2.5cupsWater(Adjust slightly depending on your rice and cooking method.)

2tablespoonsFurikake Seaweed Seasoning(Use your favorite variety. Adjust amount to taste.)

£2.50

Total Cost

£4.25

£1.06 per serving

The Method

1
Rinse the rice: Place the rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear (about 2-3 minutes). This removes excess starch.
2
Cook the rice (Rice Cooker): Add the rinsed rice and water to your rice cooker. Close the lid and press the 'cook' button. Let it cook until done. Allow to steam for 10 minutes, before opening.
3
Cook the rice (Saucepan): Combine the rinsed rice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 18 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during cooking!
4
Steam the rice (Saucepan): After 18 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes to steam.
5
Fluff and serve: Gently fluff the cooked rice with a rice paddle or fork. Avoid mashing the rice. Transfer to serving bowls and sprinkle generously with furikake seasoning. Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (175g)

270 kcal / 1130 kJ

Carbs

57g

22% of RDA

Fat

1.5g

2% of RDA

Protein

10% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

1 g

3% of RDA

Sugar

0.5 g

1% of RDA

Sodium

150 mg

7% of RDA

Saturated Fat

0.5 g

3% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For extra flavor, add a small piece of kombu seaweed (dried kelp) to the rice while cooking. Remove it before serving.

Store leftover cooked rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave with a splash of water to prevent it from drying out.

Experiment with different flavors of furikake to find your favorite combination. Popular options include sesame seeds, dried bonito flakes, and wasabi.

Cooking Equipment

Rice Cooker (Recommended) or Saucepan with Lid

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