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🥬 Authentic Okonomiyaki Recipe (Japanese Savory Pancake)

Learn to make authentic Okonomiyaki — Japan’s famous savory pancake loaded with cabbage, veggies, and your favorite toppings. Easy, crispy, and delicious!

⏱️ Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Cook time: 15 minutes
  • Total time: 30 minutes
  • Serves: 2–3

🧂 Ingredients

For the Batter:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup dashi broth (or water)
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 cups finely shredded cabbage
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • ¼ cup grated carrot
  • ½ cup cooked shrimp, pork belly slices, or bacon (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For Cooking:

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

For Topping:

  • Okonomiyaki sauce (or mix ketchup + Worcestershire + soy sauce)
  • Japanese mayo (Kewpie)
  • Aonori (seaweed flakes)
  • Bonito flakes (Katsuobushi)
  • Pickled ginger (beni shoga)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Batter

  1. In a large bowl, whisk flour, dashi broth, and eggs until smooth.
  2. Add cabbage, carrot, and green onions. Mix gently until coated.

Step 2: Cook the Okonomiyaki

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
  2. Pour half the mixture into the pan and flatten into a thick pancake (about 1 inch thick).
  3. Add shrimp, pork, or bacon slices on top.
  4. Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, flipping carefully, until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 3: Add the Toppings

  1. Brush with okonomiyaki sauce.
  2. Drizzle Japanese mayo in zigzag lines.
  3. Sprinkle aonori, bonito flakes, and pickled ginger.

Step 4: Serve

  • Slice into wedges and serve hot.

🍴 Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with miso soup or edamame for a full Japanese meal.
  • Pair with green tea or iced matcha latte.
  • Perfect as a street food snack, lunch, or light dinner.

❓ FAQs About Okonomiyaki

Q1: What does Okonomiyaki mean?
A1: The word “okonomi” means “as you like” and “yaki” means “grilled.” It’s a pancake you can customize with your favorite ingredients.

Q2: Can I make Okonomiyaki without dashi broth?
A2: Yes, use water instead. Dashi adds umami flavor, but it’s optional.

Q3: What flour can I use for Okonomiyaki?
A3: Regular all-purpose flour works well, but you can also buy Okonomiyaki flour, which includes seasoning and yam powder.

Q4: Can I make it vegetarian or vegan?
A4: Absolutely. Skip the meat and bonito flakes, use plant-based mayo, and replace dashi with vegetable broth.

Q5: What’s the difference between Osaka-style and Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki?
A5: Osaka-style mixes ingredients into the batter, while Hiroshima-style layers them with noodles and egg.

🍳 Tips for Perfect Okonomiyaki

  • Don’t overmix the batter — it should stay light and fluffy.
  • Flip gently using two spatulas for best shape.
  • Add a small amount of yamaimo (grated Japanese yam) for extra softness if available.

🍱 Similar Recipes You’ll Love

  • Tonkatsu (Japanese Pork Cutlet)
  • Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings)
  • Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Skewers)
  • Tamagoyaki (Rolled Japanese Omelette)
  • Onigiri (Rice Balls)

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