Okonomiyaki, or "Japanese omelet," is a Japanese dish made with egg, cabbage, and flour. This mixture is cooked on a griddle, forming a pancake that is served covered with various toppings and sauces. It takes just 15 minutes to prepare and its flavor is truly addictive.
It's a particularly popular dish in Osaka and Hiroshima, where it's cooked in front of the customer on teppanyaki grills. Other regions of Japan also prepare their own versions, adding other ingredients such as seaweed or bonito flakes.
The best thing about this recipe is that it can be combined with all kinds of ingredients. In fact, Okonomiyaki literally means "whatever you like grilled." The omelet batter has a delicious flavor thanks to the shredded cabbage, and the accompanying sauces make it a super tasty and irresistible dish.
To prepare okonomiyaki, you only need a mixing bowl and a griddle or nonstick skillet. We used the same skillet we used to make omelets.
The main ingredients are very easy to find, and the sauces and toppings are always available at any Asian supermarket. If you don't have any nearby, we've included a list of links at the end of the recipe so you can buy them online. And if you're in a hurry and don't have time to wait, don't worry; this dish is so delicious that you can eat it alone or accompany it with a little mayonnaise.
Discover how to prepare an exquisite Okonomiyaki in just 15 minutes!
Index
- 1 Necessary ingredients
- 2 How to prepare Okonomiyaki
- 3. Are sauces essential? Where can I buy tuna flakes?
- 4 How to make authentic Japanese mayonnaise at home
- 5 How long does okonomiyaki last in the refrigerator?
- 6 Ingredients
- 7 Instructions
Necessary ingredients
How to prepare Okonomiyaki
〉Don't be shy with the bacon, we usually cover the whole pan.
Are sauces essential? Where can I buy tuna flakes?
Japanese mayonnaise and okonomiyaki sauce are the perfect complement to this omelet, adding tons of flavor and smoothness. Bonito flakes have an even more distinctive flavor and are an excellent complement for fish lovers.
All of these products are usually available in Asian supermarkets. But if you don't have any nearby, you can also buy them here:
- Japanese mayonnaise
- Okonomiyaki Sauce
- Katsuobushi
How to make authentic Japanese mayonnaise at home
Japanese mayonnaise has a sweeter, milder flavor that pairs perfectly with okonomiyaki. If you don't want to go all out, you can serve it with regular mayonnaise, which is also delicious. But if you're in a cooking mood, you can also make it yourself following this recipe from Muy Japonés.
How long does okonomiyaki last in the refrigerator?
You can store okonomiyaki in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, if you have any leftovers. It's best to reheat it in the pan to crisp up the bacon, but if you're in a hurry or don't want to make a mess, you can also microwave it for a minute. In fact, it's one of those dishes that tastes much better the next day.
Servings 4
- Amount per serving
- % Daily Value *
- Saturated Fat 2.5 g13 %
- Fiber 2.8 g12 %
- Sugars 3.3 g
- Calcium 52 %
- Iron 2 %
- Vitamin D 8 %
*Percent daily values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
