Okonomiyaki (Vegetable Japanese Griddle Cake)

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 2
Delicious Okonomiyaki recipe that is a healthy and filling Japanese Griddle Cake
in Japanese

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour or 1 cup okonomiyaki flour , if you can find it
3/4 water or 3/4 dashi stock , if preferred
3 eggs
10 large cabbage leaves , chopped or 500 g cabbage
2 stalks green onions
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup okonomi sauce
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup japanese mayonnaise
2 tablespoons nori , flakes
2 tablespoons bonito flakes
1 tablespoon tempura batter ( cooked and crumbled )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
467
Sugar
11g
Fat
21g
Okonomiyaki is a popular Japanese street food that is often made at home as a quick and easy meal. It originated in Osaka but has become popular throughout Japan. Okonomiyaki literally means 'grilled as you like it' and is a type of savory pancake that is typically made with a combination of flour, water, eggs, and cabbage. The toppings and fillings can vary depending on regional and personal preferences.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and water (or dashi stock) until well mixed.
2.Add in the eggs and mix well.
3.Add in the chopped cabbage, sliced mushrooms and green onions.
4.Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
5.Pour the mixture into the pan to form a pancake about 1cm thick.
6.Cook for about 5-7 minutes until firm and golden brown on the bottom.
7.Flip the pancake over to cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes.
8.Drizzle with okonomi sauce and Japanese mayonnaise.
9.Sprinkle with nori and bonito flakes and tempura batter to serve.

PROS

Okonomiyaki is a good source of dietary fiber and protein, and it’s also low in fat and calories.

The recipe is very versatile, allowing you to add or substitute ingredients as you wish.

The texture is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

CONS

The original recipe uses wheat flour, which makes it unsuitable for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.

The dish can be difficult to flip over and may fall apart during cooking.

It can also be quite messy to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Okonomiyaki is a healthy and filling dish that is rich in dietary fiber and protein.
The cabbage used in the recipe is high in vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate, which promotes blood clot formation.
The Japanese mayonnaise used in the dish is less sweet and has less fat than traditional mayonnaise.

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