Japanese Okonomiyaki is a beloved savory pancake made with shredded cabbage, a light batter, and a variety of flavorful toppings. Often referred to as a "Japanese savory pancake" or "Japanese pizza," Okonomiyaki is a popular comfort food enjoyed throughout Japan, especially in the Osaka and Hiroshima regions. The name "okonomiyaki" means "grilled as you like it," reflecting its customizable ingredients.
The batter is made with flour, eggs, dashi stock, and shredded cabbage, creating a soft interior with crispy golden edges. Traditional additions such as sliced pork belly, shrimp, squid, or cheese can be mixed into or placed on top of the pancake before cooking.
Once cooked, the pancake is generously drizzled with sweet and savory Okonomiyaki sauce and Japanese mayonnaise, then finished with bonito flakes, aonori (dried seaweed flakes), and sliced green onions. The combination of creamy, smoky, tangy, and umami flavors makes every bite incredibly satisfying.
Perfect for lunch, dinner, or casual gatherings, Japanese Okonomiyaki is easy to prepare at home and offers endless possibilities for customization with your favorite proteins and vegetables.
All-purpose flour – 1 cup (125 g) , Dashi stock – ¾ cup (180 ml) , Large eggs – 2
Baking powder – 1 teaspoon , Salt – ½ teaspoon , Shredded green cabbage – 4 cups (about 300 g)
Green onions – 3, thinly sliced , Cooked shrimp or thinly sliced pork belly – 200 g (optional) , Vegetable oil – 2 tablespoons
Okonomiyaki sauce – ¼ cup , Japanese mayonnaise – ¼ cup
Bonito flakes (katsuobushi) – ¼ cup
Aonori (dried seaweed flakes) – 1 tablespoon
Pickled red ginger (beni shoga) – 2 tablespoons (optional)
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