Japanese Okonomiyaki
Japanese Okonomiyaki is a delightful savory pancake, made with a batter of flour, eggs, and shredded cabbage, often cooked with various proteins like shrimp or pork belly. Topped with signature okonomiyaki sauce and creamy mayonnaise, this dish is a staple Japanese street food that offers a burst of umami flavor in every bite.
Prep time: 10 minutesCook time: 8 minutesServes: 4
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup dashi stock or water
2 large eggs
1/2 head of cabbage, finely shredded
4 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 oz pork belly, thinly sliced
2 tbsp pickled ginger, chopped
1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for cooking
Okonomiyaki sauce
Japanese mayonnaise
Dried seaweed flakes (nori)
Bonito flakes
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix the flour and dashi stock until smooth.
2. Beat in eggs until well combined.
3. Fold in the shredded cabbage, shrimp, pork belly, pickled ginger, and green onions. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a little vegetable oil.
5. Pour in a portion of the batter to form a pancake, about 1/2 inch thick.
6. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Transfer to a plate and drizzle generously with okonomiyaki sauce and mayonnaise.
8. Sprinkle with dried seaweed flakes and bonito flakes before serving.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating
Reheat in a skillet over low heat until warmed through, or microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
