Description
Furikake Crispix Mix is a crunchy, savory snack that blends puffed rice cereal with traditional Japanese furikake seasoning, enhanced by butter or oil and soy sauce. This easy-to-make, customizable mix offers a unique umami flavor and a light, satisfying crunch perfect for snacking at home or on the go.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 3 cups puffed rice cereal
- 2 tablespoons furikake seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter or neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Spicy sriracha powder or chili flakes (to taste)
- Maple syrup or honey (1 teaspoon, for sweet and savory variations)
- Toasted almonds or pecans (1/4 cup, chopped, for nutty crunch)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather your puffed rice cereal, furikake seasoning, butter or oil, and soy sauce. Measure them out and have everything ready to streamline cooking.
- Melt Butter or Heat Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm your butter or neutral oil until melted and hot but not smoking. This step helps the seasoning stick smoothly.
- Add Soy Sauce and Furikake: Pour in the soy sauce and stir to combine. Sprinkle the furikake seasoning evenly into the skillet and mix well to release its full flavor and aroma.
- Toss in the Puffed Rice Cereal: Gently fold in the puffed rice, stirring continuously to coat every piece with the savory furikake mixture without crushing the cereal.
- Toast Lightly and Cool: Continue cooking for 3-5 minutes, stirring often until the cereal turns lightly toasted and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool completely on a flat surface to maintain crispness.
Notes
- Use fresh furikake for the strongest flavor; buy small quantities or make your own.
- Stir gently to avoid breaking the puffed rice and keep the crunch intact.
- Taste and adjust seasoning gradually to avoid overpowering the snack.
- Allow the mix to cool completely on a flat surface to prevent sogginess.
- Store the mix in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- Reheat gently in a dry skillet if the mix loses crunch after storage.
- Freeze in a sealed bag for up to one month; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg