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Hawaiian Furikake Salmon

Hawaiian furikake salmon recipe: salmon fillets blanketed in buttery furikake and baked until caramelized, a simple five-ingredient island weeknight wonder.

⏱ 15 minPrep time
🔥 30 minCook time
🍽 4Servings
🏷 DinnerCategory
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Furikake, the Japanese rice seasoning, became a cult favorite in Hawaii, where cooks sprinkle it over everything from popcorn to poke. One of the best-loved uses is on salmon, where a mayo-and-furikake crust bakes into a savory, umami-rich shell.

What makes it great is the effortless alchemy: the mayonnaise keeps the fish moist while the furikake toasts into a nutty, salty crust with a hint of seaweed and sesame. It is fast, forgiving, and tastes like a restaurant dish.

Step by stepInstructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  3. Pat the salmon dry and brush the mayonnaise mixture evenly over each fillet.
  4. Press the furikake generously onto the tops of the fillets.
  5. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the crust is golden and the salmon is cooked to your liking.
  6. Garnish with green onions and serve with rice.

💡 Chef tips & storage

Use a good-quality furikake with sesame and nori for the best crust. If your furikake is very salty, use a light hand with the soy sauce.

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Recipe details

Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Servings4
CategoryDinner
PublishedAugust 17, 2026
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