How to Make Easy Japanese Okonomiyaki - A Step-by-Step Guide

Okonomiyaki is a savory Japanese pancake that is easy to make and incredibly delicious. It is a popular street food in Japan and can be found at many restaurants and food stalls. The word "okonomiyaki" translates to "grilled as you like it," which makes it the perfect dish to customize with your favorite ingredients.

One of the great things about okonomiyaki is that it is very versatile. You can use a wide variety of ingredients to create your own unique flavor profile. The base of th...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ¾ cup prepared dashi stock
  • 1 egg
  • 1 small zucchini, grated
  • ¼ head cabbage, shredded
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 2 green onions, chopped, divided
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 3 slices bacon
  • 1 tablespoon okonomiyaki sauce, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 large pancake

  • Mix flour, dashi, egg, zucchini, cabbage, carrot, and 1 green onion in a large bowl for the batter.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Pour in batter. Top with bacon slices. Cook until golden brown, 5 to 15 minutes per side. Top with okonomiyaki, mayonnaise, and remaining green onion.
  • Nutrition

    248 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 373mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 35mg
    • Calcium: 64mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 521mg