Hiroshima Style Okonomiyaki: A Savory Japanese Pancake Recipe
Hiroshima Style Okonomiyaki is a layered Japanese pancake filled with cabbage, bean sprouts, shrimp, bacon, and yakisoba noodles, topped with a fried egg and drizzled with okonomiyaki sauce and mayonnaise. This comforting dish is a must-try for fans of Japanese cuisine.
Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup dashi or water
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1 cup finely sliced cabbage
- 1 cup bean sprouts optional
- 1 cup shrimp peeled and chopped (optional)
- 2 slices bacon halved
- 1 cup cooked yakisoba noodles
- 2 eggs
Toppings:
- Okonomiyaki sauce
- Japanese mayo
- Bonito flakes
- Green onions
Instructions
- Mix the Batter: Combine flour and dashi until smooth.
- Cook the Base: Heat oil in a pan, pour in ¼ cup of batter, and spread it into a circle.
- Layer It Up: Add cabbage, bean sprouts, shrimp, and bacon. Drizzle more batter on top to hold it together.
- Flip and Cook: Once the bottom is golden, flip and cook until the bacon is crispy.
- Add Noodles: Fry the yakisoba noodles in another pan, then place the pancake on top.
- Top with Egg: Fry an egg, place the pancake on top, and press gently.
- Serve: Drizzle with okonomiyaki sauce, mayo, and sprinkle with bonito flakes and green onions.
Notes
- Okonomiyaki sauce can be substituted with a mix of Worcestershire sauce and ketchup.
- Customize with your favorite toppings like cheese, squid, or additional vegetables.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and shrimp, and add more veggies or tofu.