furikake

noun

fu·​ri·​ka·​ke ˌfu̇r-ə-ˈkä-(ˌ)kā How to pronounce furikake (audio)
plural furikake
: a seasoning mixture consisting typically of sesame seeds, seaweed, sugar, salt, and often dried fish flakes that is used especially as a topping in Japanese cuisine

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Elote slathered with kewpie mayo, lime, chile, cotija and a sprinkling of furikake. — Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2026 In addition to the ramen flavor mixed into the cheese sauce, the dish is topped with furikake crumble, fish cakes and green onions. — Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 31 Mar. 2026 French fries are Somssi-fied with two seasonings, homemade furikake and powdered kimchi cheese. — Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 2 June 2026 Starters include hamachi with white soy ponzu and jalapeño hirame (flounder) with spicy pomelo and lemongrass as well as steamed clams with sake, chive oil and furikake. — Miami Herald, 28 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for furikake

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Japanese, from furikakeru "to sprinkle (salt, a condiment) over," from furi "shake" + kake "put on, cover"

First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of furikake was in 1977

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“Furikake.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/furikake. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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