Why Make This Recipe
Nori Furikake Chex Mix is a delicious and unique twist on traditional snack mixes. It combines the crunchy goodness of Chex cereals, Bugles, pretzels, and almonds with savory flavors from furikake and spices. This snack is perfect for parties, movie nights, or just to enjoy on your own. Plus, it’s super easy to make, so you can whip it up whenever you need a tasty treat.
How to Make Nori Furikake Chex Mix
Ingredients
- 4 cups rice Chex
- 4 cups corn Chex
- 1 bag of Bugles (approx 7 ounces)
- 1 bag of pretzels (approx 7 ounces)
- 1 bag of almonds (approx 1 lb)
- 3/4 cup butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup Karo syrup
- 3/4 cup canola oil
- 2 tbsp shoyu
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp Tapatio
- 1 bottle of nori komi furikake
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a small saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, Karo syrup, and canola oil. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the butter melts.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shoyu, Worcestershire sauce, and Tapatio.
- Pour the mixture over the dry ingredients in a large aluminum foil roaster or lined 9″x13″ pans. Mix well to coat the pieces with the sauce.
- Sprinkle the entire bottle of furikake over the mix and stir again.
- Bake for about 45 minutes to an hour, stirring every 15 minutes until the sauce has completely evaporated.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
How to Serve Nori Furikake Chex Mix
Serve Nori Furikake Chex Mix in a large bowl. It’s great for sharing with friends and family. You can also bag it up as a gift or snack for later. This mix is fantastic for gatherings or just to nibble on during the day.
How to Store Nori Furikake Chex Mix
Once cooled, store Nori Furikake Chex Mix in an airtight container. It will keep well for about a week at room temperature. If you want to keep it fresh longer, you can also store it in the fridge.
Tips to Make Nori Furikake Chex Mix
- Make sure to stir the mix every 15 minutes while baking to ensure even coating.
- Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste. If you like it spicier, add a little more Tapatio.
- Use different nuts or cereals if you prefer a different texture or flavor.
Variation
You can try adding other crunchy snacks like popcorn or cheese puffs for a different twist. If you like it sweeter, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or some dried fruit for extra flavor.
FAQs
1. Can I use different cereals for this mix?
Yes! You can swap out the rice and corn Chex for other types of cereals. Use your favorites!
2. What if I can’t find nori komi furikake?
You can make your own by mixing together dried seaweed, sesame seeds, and a bit of salt.
3. How long does this Chex mix last?
Nori Furikake Chex Mix lasts about a week when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nori Furikake Chex Mix
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a small saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, Karo syrup, and canola oil. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the butter melts.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shoyu, Worcestershire sauce, and Tapatio.
- Pour the mixture over the dry ingredients in a large aluminum foil roaster or lined 9″x13″ pans. Mix well to coat the pieces with the sauce.
- Sprinkle the entire bottle of furikake over the mix and stir again.
- Bake for about 45 minutes to an hour, stirring every 15 minutes until the sauce has completely evaporated.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.