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Okonomiyaki (Japanese Cabbage Pancake)

Savory Okonomiyaki: Your New Favorite Cabbage Pancake!

Discover the delightful Okonomiyaki, a Japanese cabbage pancake that's a fusion of flavors and textures, sure to become your new favorite dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 large eggs Essential for binding and fluffiness
  • ¼ cup water Adjusts the batter consistency
  • 1 tablespoon lower-sodium soy sauce Adds savory depth
  • 1 teaspoon hondashi Optional, adds umami flavor
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour Foundation of the pancake
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder Helps create lift
For the Filling
  • 4 cups finely shredded green cabbage Star ingredient
  • ¾ cup thinly sliced scallions Adds fresh onion flavor
For Cooking and Topping
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil Use for frying
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Creamy topping
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha Adds spicy twist
  • finely shredded nori Optional finishing touch

Equipment

  • 10-inch nonstick skillet
  • Large Bowl
  • whisk
  • rimless plate

Method
 

How to Make Okonomiyaki
  1. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, water, soy sauce, and hondashi (if using). Mix well, then add the flour and baking powder, whisking until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the finely shredded cabbage and sliced scallions until well mixed.
  3. Pour the neutral oil into a skillet and warm over medium heat. Test readiness with a drop of batter.
  4. Add the cabbage mixture to the skillet, spreading it evenly. Cover and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes.
  5. Carefully remove the skillet from heat, place a plate over the pan and invert the okonomiyaki onto the plate.
  6. Slide the pancake back into the pan, browned-side up, and cover. Cook for another 4 minutes.
  7. While cooking, whisk together the mayonnaise and Sriracha in a small bowl.
  8. Transfer the cooked okonomiyaki to a serving plate. Drizzle with Sriracha-mayonnaise; garnish with scallions and nori.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh cabbage and adjust the heat properly while cooking. Customize toppings as desired.

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