How to make delicious Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake) step-by-step guide

#japanesefood #okonomiyaki #japanesesavorypancake

Hi everyone. Today's dish is Okonomiyaki, also known as a Japanese savory
pancake. Okonomiyaki originates from Osaka and is one of the most beloved soul foods in the region. Since I was born in a city next to Osaka, I grew up eating lots of Okonomiyaki. So today, I'm proudly introducing an authentic okonomiyaki recipe. I'll leave all the ingredients below. I hope you'll like it! Have fun cooking Japanese food😊
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Ingredients ( Portion for 2)
Okonomiyaki Batter ingredients
* Cake Flour (100g) (You can substitute it with all-purpose flour.)
* Baking Powder (1tsp)
* Water (150ml)
* Instant Dashi (1tsp)
* Soy Sauce (1tsp)
* Salt ( 2 pinches)
* Eggs (2 Large)
* Tempura Bits (10g)

Note: I forgot to mention in the video that the baking powder helps to make the Okonomiyaki fluffy and creates a nice crispy crust. Also, some people prefer to add grated mountain yam to the batter to make Okonomiyaki fluffy, but I assumed it's hard for many of you to get it. So, I didn't include it in today's recipe. If you want to add it, add only 20 grams of grated mountain yam to the batter. If you add too much of it, the gooey texture of the mountain yam will remain inside even after it is cooked. But, the baking powder takes over mountain yam's job perfectly, so you don't need it.
And if possible, please try to use Tempura bits that contain shrimp or squid.
Those tempura bits enhance the flavor of your Okonomiyaki big time.

Ingredients that go inside Okonomiyaki
* Cabbage (300g)
* Green Onions (2pcs)
* Pork Belly Slices (180g) ( fine to use Bacon, but it's not authentic.)

Toppings for Okonomiyaki
* Katsuobushi ( Dried Bonito Flakes)
* Aonori ( Dried Green Seaweed Flakes)
* Beni Shoga ( Red Pickled Ginger)

An Alternative to Japanese mayonnaise
* Non-Japanese Mayonnaise (150ml)
* Soy Sauce (1Tbsp)
* Sake (1tsp)

An Alternative to Okonomiyaki Sauce
* Ketchup (2Tbsp)
* Worcestershire Sauce (2Tbsp)
* Soy Sauce (1tsp)
* Honey (2tsp)

[junkomiyoshi]

As a Japanese who is picky about Okonomiyaki, I can tell that this recipe is the best on YouTube!!

[jaredbitz]

When I lived in Kyoto, okonomiyaki quickly became one of my favorite foods. I had never had katsuobushi as a topping before that, but it absolutely makes this dish. Along with the mayo and sauce, it's the perfect combination for savory comfort food.

[Okinagui]

I cant stress enough how much I like your videos, Kunihiro-san! You give in depth informations in a light way also explaining the importance of each step and why youre doing it. This way, Im sure my dish is respecting the tradition and the intended flavor the dish must have! Thank you so much for sharing your love for cooking with us!

[mariakern]

thank you very much for explaining details . I tried it once bak in the day, but it was not really good. Now I see, what to improve ))

[tombrewton]

Another winner, Kunihiro! The only thing better than your recipe is your capability as an educator. Keep up the great work!

[Whiskey.T.Foxtrot]

I appreciate the substitution instructions. Will try.

[annahui]

Excellent recipe thanks for sharing your details steps by step’s Cooking technique, from 🇨🇦 😊

[m_drunk]

Thank you for sharing your technique and recipe. I've always wanted to try this.

[rosedunn]

Thank you for sharing. Watching from Guam. Happy Easter.🐰🐰🐰

[Chgogalinsf]

very tasty and simple to make. I added shredded carrots to mine for more veggies and omitted bacon for a delicious vegetarian treat. This is now on our family's meal rotation. Thank you for sharing!

[rgarlinyc]

Looks great Kunihiro-san - thank you for the precise details of ingredients and clear steps too! I shall try this on the weekend!

[angierivera]

Arigato Master. I'm very happy I found this recipe. I just subscribed because it is easy to understand you. Blessings!

[Lucasub-Seiyuu]

Ah, the fabled Japanese pizza/pancake! I've attempted to make this a couple of times (around 15 years ago), but I only had pictures to follow and had to substitute a lot of ingredients.
I am so delighted to see this video from you, Kunihiro! As always, good work and thank you for sharing it and how to do it, with the world! Stay safe and keep on being awesome!

[quyenphan]

That looks so nice. I will surely try it. Thank you.

[graemecollins]

Another fantastic recipe from the best Japanese cook on YouTube! I love these recipes and have learned so much from them. Thank you again.

[auntydannskitchen]

Marvellous, thank you for sharing your recipe, its delicious 😋

[RealJohnnyDingo]

I like that silver plaque and the "sushi with Kunihiro" logo. great recipe and demonstration! thank you, Mr. Kunihiro!

[marilynturcotte]

I like the camera angle, it makes it easier for the person making it to understand the cooking process. Now I know how to make this in a way that makes sense to me.

[ellebenenati]

yayyy!!! I'm sooOooo glad you're back!!... feeling refreshed healthy n looks like you brought a personal tasty treat.... I'll make this using these directions n will locate the mountain yam!!!... I also appreciate the alternative ingredients in your detailed description, I know many will also be thrilled if they don't have certain ingredients.... much thanks n care always!!...
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[hkillorean]

I'm so glad to see your videos again! One of my favorite cooking youtubers :)