What is Furikake? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Furikake?

Furikake is a Japanese seasoning made from roasted sesame seeds and dried nori seaweed flakes. The flavors are salty, nutty, and earthy. The pale beige color of the sesame seeds contrasts against the dark green nori. This seasoning is used in many savory dishes and is also found as a topping for poke bowls.

What does Furikake Taste Like?

Umami

Umami is one of five main tastes. It is savory with a depth of flavor. Umami is a taste in many foods, including meat, seafood, beans, and nuts. It is both naturally occurring and created through the specific use of ingredients to create a satisfying taste. Umami is characteristic of proteins and savory dishes.

Ingredients

sesame seeds

Sesame seeds are the tiny oblong seeds from the flowering sesame plant. They are between 3 to 4 mm long and 2 mm in width. They are generally off white or black, with some that are a medium shade of brown. The flavor of the sesame seed is nutty and earthy. When roasted, these tastes come through strongly and provide a savory garnish to many East Asian dishes. Sesame seeds are also found in Western cuisine.

sugar

Sugar comes from sugar cane and sugar beets. The sugar is extracted from the juice of both plants and refined into the granulated substance known as sugar. Sucrose, the sweet substance of sugar is a combination of glucose and fructose. White sugar is composed of tiny white, dry granules. The flavor is sweet and neutral. Brown sugar is brown and has more moisture, with a richer flavor that hints at molasses. Sugar is used in both sweet and savory foods.

nori seaweed

Nori seaweed is a type of ocean vegetable and is sold in thin, easy to tear sheets. These sheets are dark green, shiny and translucent when held up to the light. The flavor is vegetal and ocean-like with a hint of salt. Toasted nori has a rounder flavor. Nori is used in the making of sushi and is also commonly sold as a snack in smaller sheets that may be flavored with sesame, soy or some kind of seasoning.

maltodextrin

Maltodextrin is an additive used in food items to improve flavors, textures, and shelf life in packaged foods. The maltodextrin is made from vegetable starch and has a white powdery form. The flavor ranges from sweet to neutral.

monosodium glutamate

Monosodium glutamate, more commonly referred to as MSG is an additive used to enhance the flavor of food. It is naturally occurring in tomatoes, parmesan and a variety of other foods. Lab made MSG is made from fermenting starch, such as molasses or sugar beets. The result is a crystalline substance made of short, thin slivers that are white and somewhat translucent. It is commonly used in meat and Chinese food to enhance the umami flavor.

Furikake Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon6g

tablespoon Furikake

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	25kcal	1%
Fats	1g	1%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	3g	1%
Sugars	2g	4%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	1g	1%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	220mg	10%

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Nori Fume Furikake Rice Seasoning - 1.7 oz (1.7 oz)-SET OF 2

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Furikake?

1 tablespoon of Furikake contains 1 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Furikake?

1 tablespoon of Furikake contains 3 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Furikake?

1 tablespoon of Furikake contains 1 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Furikake?

1 tablespoon of Furikake contains 2 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 tablespoon of Furikake?

There are 25 calories in 1 tablespoon of Furikake.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Furikake?

There are 118 calories in 1 oz of Furikake.