Description
This Japanese Savory Cabbage Pancake, known as Okonomiyaki, is a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for a quick meal. Made with a simple batter of shredded cabbage, flour, eggs, and seasoned with soy sauce, these pancakes are pan-fried to golden perfection. Served with creamy mayonnaise, tangy okonomiyaki sauce, and optional garnishes like bonito flakes and dried seaweed, they offer a delightful combination of textures and flavors that capture the essence of Japanese comfort food.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For Serving
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup okonomiyaki sauce
- Optional: bonito flakes
- Optional: dried seaweed
Instructions
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, all-purpose flour, chopped green onions, and soy sauce to create the base mixture for the pancakes.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the water and eggs until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine mixtures: Pour the egg and water mixture into the cabbage mixture, stirring thoroughly until you have a consistent batter that incorporates all ingredients evenly.
- Heat the skillet: Place a skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil, allowing it to warm up for proper frying.
- Cook the pancakes: Spoon the batter into the heated skillet, shaping it into round pancakes of your desired size. Cook each pancake for approximately 4 to 5 minutes on one side, then carefully flip and cook the other side until both sides are golden brown and the pancake is cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the pancakes from the skillet and place them on a serving plate. Drizzle generously with okonomiyaki sauce and mayonnaise. Garnish with optional bonito flakes and dried seaweed for authentic flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh cabbage for the best texture and flavor.
- If okonomiyaki sauce is unavailable, a mixture of Worcestershire sauce and ketchup can be used as a substitute.
- Adjust the thickness of the batter by adding a little more water or flour as needed for easier cooking.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- The optional garnishes add traditional Japanese umami and a pleasant visual appeal but can be omitted if unavailable.
