Crisp toasted nori, golden sesame seeds, and savory bonito flakes come together in this classic Japanese seasoning blend, built for sprinkling over rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables. Toasting the sesame seeds until fragrant and baking the nori until crackly gives this mix its signature crunch and deep, umami flavor. A touch of shiso and fine salt rounds out the seasoning, keeping every element balanced without relying on anything sweet to carry it. The whole batch comes together in under twenty minutes and keeps well in an airtight jar for easy use all week. It's a great homemade option if you're watching added sugar but still want that bold, savory furikake flavor on everything from rice bowls to avocado toast.
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Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Spread the crumbled nori pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 4–5 minutes, until crisp and slightly darkened at the edges. Remove and let cool for 5 minutes, then crumble any larger pieces into small flakes with your fingers.
While the nori bakes, combine the white and black sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat. Toast, stirring frequently, for 3–4 minutes, until the white sesame seeds are golden and fragrant and you hear them beginning to pop. Transfer immediately to a plate to stop cooking.
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