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Okonomiyaki

Savory Okonomiyaki: A Japanese Delight You Can Master at Home

Discover the savory Japanese pancake, Okonomiyaki, a delightful dish you can customize and create at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 pancakes
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • ladle

Ingredients
  

For the Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour essential for a light and fluffy texture
  • 1 cup dashi or vegetable stock adds umami flavor
  • 1 large egg binds the ingredients together

For the Filling

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage gives crunch and volume
  • 0.5 cup chopped green onions adds a refreshing bite
  • 1 cup cooked seafood or meat (optional) personalize your Okonomiyaki
  • pickled ginger (optional) adds a tangy zing

For Cooking & Toppings

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil used for frying
  • to taste okonomiyaki sauce for authentic flavor
  • to taste Japanese mayonnaise adds a creamy touch
  • to taste bonito flakes for delightful presentation
  • to taste aonori (dried seaweed flakes) adds umami-rich garnish

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Okonomiyaki

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and dashi or vegetable stock until smooth and thick.
  • Add the egg, cabbage, green onions, and optional seafood or meat into the batter and fold gently to combine.
  • Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and coat lightly with vegetable oil.
  • Pour in about one cup of batter, shaping it into a pancake that is roughly ½-inch thick.
  • Flip the pancake after 3-4 minutes and cook until the other side is golden brown.
  • Continue with the remaining batter, adding oil as necessary to prevent sticking.
  • Serve hot, drizzled with okonomiyaki sauce, mayonnaise, and sprinkled with bonito flakes and aonori.

Notes

Enjoy Okonomiyaki hot off the skillet for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cooking at home, Japanese dish, Okonomiyaki, pancake recipe, savory pancake
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