CLASSIC OKONOMIYAKI (JAPANESE CABBAGE AND PORK PANCAKES)
Crisp on the outside and custardy in the center, okonomiyaki are pan-fried Japanese pancakes that traditionally feature a filling of cabbage and pork belly. Here, bacon can be substituted for the pork belly, replaced with shrimp or omitted entirely. You can find the more unusual toppings like hondashi, Kewpie mayonnaise, okonomi sauce and dried bonito at any Japanese market. Similar to Worcestershire sauce but sweeter and less salty, the okonomi sauce is combined with Kewpie mayonnaise and umami-rich bonito flakes for a playful topping. This adaptable recipe is a great way to use up leftovers or other vegetables, such as shredded carrots, bean sprouts or chopped snap peas.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories pancakes, project, vegetables, appetizer, main course
Time 50m
Yield Two 7-inch pancakes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine hondashi with 1 cup water and whisk until dissolved. Whisk in eggs until well combined. Add flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda and whisk until smooth. Fold in cabbage, scallions and ginger until well incorporated.
- In an 8-inch nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Add half the batter, spreading cabbage mixture into an even 6-inch round about 1-inch thick (resist the urge to push down on the mixture). Arrange half the pork belly over the cabbage, slightly overlapping. Cook over medium-low until pancake is set and golden brown underneath, 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and carefully flip pancake by inverting onto a plate then slipping back into the skillet.
- Cook until golden brown on second side, pancake is cooked through in center and pork is lightly golden, about 8 minutes. Transfer pancake, pork side up, onto a large plate. Wipe out skillet and repeat with remaining oil, batter and pork belly.
- Drizzle pancakes with okonomi sauce and Kewpie mayonnaise, then top with a handful of shaved bonito and nori. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 751, UnsaturatedFat 41 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 784 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Whittni Trice
[email protected]These pancakes were a hit with my family! They're so delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.
Jennifer Hopkins
[email protected]These pancakes are amazing! They're so easy to make and they're packed with flavor. I love the way the cabbage adds a bit of crunch.
Rasan Akram
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. These pancakes are so unique and flavorful. I love the combination of the cabbage, pork, and sauce.
Elisa Zulu
[email protected]These pancakes are so good! I love the way the cabbage and pork complement each other. And the sauce is the perfect finishing touch.
Made 147
[email protected]Okonomiyaki is one of my favorite dishes, and this recipe is the best I've ever tried. The pancakes are perfect - crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. And the sauce is amazing.
Eva Mabena
[email protected]These pancakes are so easy to make, and they're absolutely delicious. I love the way the cabbage adds a bit of crunch to the pancakes.
Chisom V Okoye
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of Okonomiyaki, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did, because these pancakes are delicious! They're so light and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing.
AI SAMRAT
[email protected]These pancakes are so good! They're crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the flavor is perfect. I love that you can add whatever toppings you like.
Ragheemah Hamed
[email protected]Okonomiyaki is such a fun dish to make, and this recipe is a great place to start. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the end result is delicious. I love the combination of the savory pancake with the sweet and tangy sauce.
Nu Zeilen
[email protected]These pancakes are amazing! I've never had Okonomiyaki before, but I'm definitely a fan now. They're so savory and flavorful, and the texture is perfect. I can't wait to make them again.
Tiffany Moore
[email protected]Delicious! I made these for dinner last night and my whole family loved them. They're so easy to make and they're packed with flavor. I especially love the addition of the cabbage, which gives them a nice crunch.
Aaditya Basnet
[email protected]This is hands-down the best Okonomiyaki recipe out there. I've tried so many different recipes, but this one is the only one that gets it just right. The pancakes are light and fluffy, with just the right amount of crispness. And the flavor is amazin
Ritash singh
[email protected]Classic Okonomiyaki! This recipe brought back so many memories of my time in Osaka. The flavors were spot-on, and the texture was perfect. I especially loved the combination of the crispy edges and the soft, fluffy interior.