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Okonomiyaki Recipe

Irresistible Okonomiyaki Recipe: Fluffy Japanese Pancakes at Home

This Okonomiyaki recipe makes delicious, savory pancakes packed with cabbage and scallions, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups cabbage finely shredded
  • 4 count scallions chopped
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 count eggs large, or use flax eggs for vegan option
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegan Worcestershire sauce
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup mayo preferably Kewpie mayo
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons pickled ginger optional
  • 1 sheet nori optional, for traditional flavor
  • 1/4 cup microgreens optional, or substitute with fresh herbs

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine finely shredded cabbage, chopped scallions, panko breadcrumbs, and sea salt. Use a wooden spoon to mix until well incorporated.
  2. Gently fold in beaten eggs using a spatula until just combined, creating a loose batter. If it feels too dry, let it rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a brush of extra-virgin olive oil.
  4. Scoop about ¼ cup of the batter mixture into the skillet, gently flattening it to form a pancake that is about ½ inch thick. Cook for approximately 3 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Carefully flip the okonomiyaki using a spatula and cook for an additional 3 minutes on the other side.
  6. Continue the process with the remaining batter, adding more olive oil as needed.
  7. Once cooked, drizzle the pancakes with vegan Worcestershire sauce and your mayo of choice. Add toppings and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to use whatever veggies you have on hand for added flavor, and don't forget the toppings for extra crunch!

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