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Easy Okonomiyaki Recipe

Easy Okonomiyaki Recipe – Your Flavorful Pancake Adventure

Discover this Easy Okonomiyaki Recipe, a customizable and budget-friendly dish perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Swap with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
  • 1 cup Water or dashi stock Adds moisture and flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients together.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Finely shredded cabbage Replace with spinach or kale if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped green onions Contributes a fresh flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Tempura scraps (tenkasu, optional) Adds crunch; can be omitted.
  • 4 oz Thinly sliced pork belly or bacon Main protein source; substitute shrimp or squid if desired.
For Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Okonomiyaki sauce Crucial condiment.
  • 1/4 cup Japanese mayonnaise (preferably Kewpie) Adds creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon Aonori (seaweed flakes) Imparts umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Katsuobushi (bonito flakes) Optional for vegetarian version.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped green onions For garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Pickled ginger (beni shoga) Offers tangy contrast.

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet or griddle

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, water or dashi stock, and eggs until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the finely shredded cabbage and chopped green onions into the batter. Add tempura scraps if using.
  3. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes and drizzle with oil.
  4. Pour a portion of the batter onto the skillet, forming a round pancake about 1/2-inch thick. Place slices of pork belly or bacon on top.
  5. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer to a plate and drizzle with okonomiyaki sauce and mayonnaise. Sprinkle with aonori, katsuobushi, and green onions.
  7. Slice and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For perfect results, preheat your skillet properly and avoid overmixing the batter. Customize with your favorite ingredients for a unique flavor experience.

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