Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup shiso leaves, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup bonito flakes
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Special equipment needed:
- None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. In a food processor, pulse the bonito flakes until finely ground.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground bonito flakes, toasted sesame seeds, chopped shiso leaves, sugar, soy sauce, mirin, and salt. Mix well.
4. Store the shiso furikake in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- Makes about 1 cup of shiso furikake
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 60 per tablespoon
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Shiso leaves can be substituted with other herbs such as basil or cilantro.
- Bonito flakes can be substituted with dried shrimp or anchovy flakes.
- Mirin can be substituted with sake or white wine.
Variations:
- Add dried seaweed flakes for a more oceanic flavor.
- Use brown sugar instead of white sugar for a deeper flavor.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
Tips and tricks:
- Toasting the sesame seeds brings out their nutty flavor.
- Be sure to finely chop the shiso leaves to evenly distribute the flavor.
- Store the shiso furikake in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Storage instructions:
- Store the shiso furikake in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Reheating instructions:
- None
Presentation ideas:
- Sprinkle the shiso furikake over rice or noodles.
- Use it as a seasoning for grilled meats or vegetables.
Garnishes:
- None
Pairings:
- Serve with miso soup or a Japanese-style salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables
- Pickled vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the shiso furikake is too salty, reduce the amount of soy sauce or salt.
Food safety advice:
- None
Food history:
- Furikake is a Japanese seasoning typically made with dried fish, sesame seeds, chopped seaweed, sugar, salt, and monosodium glutamate (MSG). Shiso furikake is a variation that uses shiso leaves instead of seaweed.
Flavor profiles:
- Shiso furikake has a savory, umami flavor with hints of nuttiness from the sesame seeds and a slightly sweet finish.
Serving suggestions:
- Sprinkle the shiso furikake over rice, noodles, or grilled meats and vegetables.
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Region: Japanese