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Japanese Rice with Furikake

40 Japanese Rice Toppings You Must Try

Rice is an essential part of the Japanese diet, so it's no surprise that there are so many delicious and unique toppings to choose from. In this article, I'm sharing 40 of my favorite Japanese rice toppings. From savory to sweet, I'm sure you'll find something to satisfy your craving. Each topping is accompanied by a brief description, so you can pick the perfect one for your meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Toppings
Cuisine Asian, Japanese
Servings 4 people
Calories 351 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Teriyaki chicken
  • Grilled salmon
  • Shrimp tempura
  • Beef Bulgogi
  • Braised Pork Belly
  • Tamagoyaki
  • Soft-boiled Eggs
  • Onsen Tamago
  • Quail Eggs
  • Scrambled Egg with Soy Sauce
  • Sauteed Mushrooms
  • Pickled Daikon
  • Grilled Asparagus
  • Tempura Vegetables
  • Avocado & Cucumber Slices
  • Tuna Sashimi
  • Ikura (Salmon Roe)
  • Unagi (Grilled Eel)
  • Katsuobushi (Dried Bonito Flakes)
  • Tobiko (Flying Fish Roe)
  • Furikake
  • Wakame Salad
  • Nori
  • Hijiki
  • Kombu
  • Mango Slices
  • Roasted Chestnuts
  • Pineapple Chunks
  • Chopped Almonds
  • Soy Sauce and Butter
  • Tonkatsu Sauce
  • Ponzu Sauce
  • Goma Dare (Sesame Sauce)
  • Yakiniku Sauce
  • Takuan
  • Natto
  • Onions and Scallions
  • Sweet Corn
  • Curry Sauce & Vegetables

Instructions
 

  • Select your favorite toppings from this article.
  • Prep your toppings according to your personal preference.
  • Prep your Japanese rice dish in 30 minutes or less.