Finished dish photo of Okonomiyaki

Okonomiyaki

Okonomiyaki—Japanese vegetable pancake, a popular dish from the Kansai region of Japan, is the most representative food of Osaka. Because of its appearance, some people refer to Okonomiyaki as 'Japanese-style pizza'. It contains both meat and vegetables, topped with sauce, offering a rich taste and complete nutrition with a simple preparation method. This dish allows for your favorite combinations and is filled with the deep love and affection of the cook toward food and their family.

Ingredients

Flour120g
Salt1/4 tsp
Sugar1/4 tsp
Eggs3 pcs
Mashed Yam150g
Cabbage1 head
MayonnaiseAs needed
Bonito FlakesAs needed
BaconAs needed
Dried ShrimpAs needed
#Brothto taste
Dried ShrimpAs needed
KombuAs needed
Bonito FlakesAs needed
Water180g
#Sauceto taste
Sugar1/2 tbsp
Oyster Sauce1 tbsp
Tomato Sauce2 tbsp
Worcestershire Sauce3/2 tbsp

Steps

1

Prepare the ingredients.

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Pour the broth ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a boil over medium heat, and simmer for 5-10 minutes on low heat.

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Strain and cool for later use.

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Peel the yam.

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Grate into a mash.

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Remove the core of the cabbage.

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Cut into small pieces.

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Cut the bacon into segments.

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Add flour, sugar, and salt into a bowl.

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Mix in the broth, mashed yam, and eggs until smooth.

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Then mix in the cabbage thoroughly.

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Heat oil in a frying pan, add the bacon, and fry until slightly crispy.

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Pour in an appropriate amount of batter, sprinkle with dried shrimp, and fry until golden brown (about 2 minutes).

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Flip and fry for another 2-3 minutes until both sides are golden brown.

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Mix the sauce ingredients in a bowl.

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Brush the sauce onto the Okonomiyaki, then drizzle with mayonnaise.

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Sprinkle bonito flakes on top as garnish.

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Simple and delicious.

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Cooking Tips

1. If you prefer a crunchy texture, add less mashed yam. For a creamy texture, add more mashed yam. 2. This sauce can be used for fish, chicken, vegetables, or other ingredients you like. 3. If the mayonnaise is too thick, you can dilute it with milk before use.