How to Make the Perfect Okonomiyaki
Japanese · Medium · 40 min · 4 servings
A savory Japanese pancake filled with various ingredients and topped with okonomiyaki sauce.
Why this recipe works
This Okonomiyaki recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 40 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 400 calories with 12g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 16 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup cabbage
- 1 cup green onions
- 1 cup pork belly
- 2 tbsp okonomiyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp katsuobushi (bonito flakes)
- 1 tbsp aonori (seaweed flakes)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup shrimp
- 1 stalk cilantro
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
In a large bowl, mix flour, water, eggs, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2: Add Vegetables and Protein
Fold in cabbage, green onions, and shrimp. Mix well.
Step 3: Cook the Pancake
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pour in batter to form a pancake.
Step 4: Flip
Cook until golden brown, about 7-10 minutes, then flip to cook the other side.
Step 5: Serve and Garnish
Serve topped with okonomiyaki sauce, mayonnaise, katsuobushi, aonori, and cilantro.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- pork belly → bacon
- all-purpose flour → gluten-free flour
- shrimp → chicken
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not cooking the pancake long enough before flipping.
- Using too much flour, making it dense.
- Not letting the batter rest, which enhances texture.
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 400 calories, 12g protein, 50g carbs, 20g fat, 2g fiber.
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