Okonomiyaki
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Japanese

Okonomiyaki

A savory Japanese cabbage pancake with crisp edges, tender center, sliced pork, and a glossy homemade sauce, finished with mayonnaise, bonito, and scallions.

45 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Whisk the flour and cold dashi in a large bowl until smooth, then whisk in the beaten eggs. Fold in the cabbage and most of the scallions until evenly coated; do not overmix.
2
Combine the soy sauce, ketchup, and brown sugar in a small saucepan. Simmer over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, until glossy and slightly thickened. Remove from the heat.
3
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Spread half of the cabbage mixture into a 2 cm thick round, about 20 cm wide, then arrange half of the pork strips over the top.
4
Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, until the bottom is deep golden and the edges look set. Flip carefully with two wide spatulas and cook for another 5 to 6 minutes, until the pork is browned and the pancake reaches 74°C in the center.
Golden okonomiyaki cooking in a skillet with browned pork belly AI-generated image
5
Transfer the pancake to a plate and repeat with the remaining oil, batter, and pork. Rest each pancake for 2 minutes so the cabbage interior settles.
6
Brush each pancake with the warm sauce, drizzle with mayonnaise, and scatter with bonito flakes and the reserved scallions. Serve immediately while the edges are crisp.
Okonomiyaki topped with sauce, mayonnaise, bonito flakes, and scallions AI-generated image

Why this recipe works

Finely cut cabbage releases just enough moisture to steam the interior while the batter sets, and a brief simmer concentrates the sweet-savory sauce into a balanced glaze. Pork fat seasons the pancake as it browns.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Refrigerate cooled okonomiyaki in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Store toppings separately when possible.

How to reheat it

Reheat in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the center is hot and the surface is crisp. Do not microwave if crisp edges are important.

Nutrition / serving

710kcal
16.77 gprotein
39.46 gcarbs
54.37 gfat
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Published 20 Aug 2026 · updated 20 Aug 2026