okonomiyaki recipe

Okonomiyaki: Not Your Average Pancake Flip

Okonomiyaki, my friend, is where savory meets superhero. It’s the kind of food that makes boring pancakes shed a tear (or maybe that’s just the sizzling oil). Forget limp, one-note pancakes, okonomiyaki is a flavor explosion sandwiched between two fluffy, eggy layers.

Here’s the gist of how to make this champion:

The Batter Base:

• ½ cup all-purpose flour (or okonomiyaki flour if available)
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 100ml water (approximately ⅓ cup)
• 2 eggs

The Filling Frenzy: Unleash Your Inner Chef!

• Meat Mania:
  • Thinly sliced pork belly, bacon, or even shredded chicken.
• Seafood Symphony:
  • Shrimp, squid, diced octopus, or even oysters for a luxurious touch.
• Veggie Vanguard:
  • Don’t be shy with extra veggies! Bean sprouts, shredded carrots, or kimchi can add delightful texture and flavor.
• Cheese Extravaganza:
  • Mozzarella cheese for a creamy and gooey element.
  • Shredded cheddar cheese for a sharp and savory flavor.

The Toppings Triumph: Where Art Meets Flavor

• Classic Toppings:
  • Okonomiyaki sauce: Think a sweet and savory BBQ sauce, but way cooler.
  • Mayonnaise: Because, well, mayo makes most things better.
  • Aonori (seaweed flakes): Adds a salty, umami punch.
  • Katsuobushi (bonito flakes): These will dance around on your okonomiyaki like they’re at a disco inferno.
• Spicy Symphony:
  • Shichimi togarashi: Japanese seven-spice blend for a fiery kick.
  • Sriracha: Adds a tangy and spicy heat.
• Fresh Accents:
  • Pickled ginger (beni shoga): Adds a sweet and tangy zing.
  • Shiso leaves: Adds a unique and refreshing herbal flavor.
• Other Fun Toppings:
  • Tenkasu (tempura scraps): Adds a crispy and savory texture.
  • Dried bonito flakes (katsuobushi) with dancing action: Adds a savory and umami flavor.

The Cooking Caper:

• Heat up a pan like it owes you rent.
• Pour in your batter, making a circle of deliciousness. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect, even Picasso didn’t start with masterpieces.
• Pile on your fillings with the grace of a champion pizza chef (or, you know, a hungry college student).
• Flip it like you stole it (but with a spatula, please).
• Once cooked through, unleash the topping fury!

The Devouring Delight:

Dig in! Savor the symphony of flavors and textures. You’ve just conquered okonomiyaki recipe, the undisputed champion of savory pancakes. Now go forth and spread the word (with a mouthful of okonomiyaki, of course).

Important Safety Note:

While attempting to recreate the “dancing bonito flakes” effect, please refrain from using live fish. Trust me, it won’t end well for anyone involved. Happy cooking 😉