Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
300 g

Thinly sliced pork

Thinly sliced

1 unit

Mild sauce

For topping

1 unit

Mayonnaise

For topping

1 unit

Aonori

For topping

1 unit

Bonito flakes

For topping

3 unit

Eggs

Whisked

100 ml

Water

30 g

Yam potato

Grated

1.5 tsp

Bonito powder

Very fine

500 g

Cabbage

Minced

80 g

Flour

Cake flour

Step 1
~3 min

Finely chop the cabbage.

Step 2
~3 min

Whisk eggs in a bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Add water, grated yam potato, and bonito powder to the eggs and mix.

Step 4
~3 min

Add flour and mix thoroughly.

Step 5
~3 min

Incorporate the minced cabbage into the batter.

Step 6
~3 min

Heat an electric griddle.

Step 7
~3 min

Spread 1/6 of the batter into a plump circle on the griddle.

Step 8
~3 min

Cover the top with thinly sliced pork without gaps.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook at 360F/180C for 7-10 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Flip the okonomiyaki.

Step 11
~3 min

Cook at 465F/240C for 5-6 minutes until pork is crisp.

Step 12
~3 min

Top with Japanese Worcestershire-style sauce, mayonnaise, aonori, and bonito flakes.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the griddle is hot before adding the okonomiyaki.

Don't overcrowd the griddle.

Adjust cooking time depending on the thickness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made a few hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Garnish with extra aonori.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Miso soup
Pickled ginger

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

Popular Japanese street food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Festivals
Street Fairs

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Party
Casual

Popularity Score

75/100

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