Thanks for your kind words about our puppy. I recommend keeping the batter and cabbage separately. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and viewpoint on Teflon. . I dislike frying things because it’s messy, but I can see how this dish would suffer without adding something like tempura pieces. Mayo for Okonomiyaki is optional. Hi Karen! , Hi Richard! If it’s Amazon you should write a feedback. I guess the taste must come from the batter! And yes, you can definitely freeze nagaimo and use it after defrosting. Thank you for your delicious recipe, pictures and instructions on using the Nagaimo. Nothing worst than raw in the middle. I’ve never used nagaimo powder before, but once it’s wet (mix with liquid) they become slimy/sticky texture? You can omit this ingredient if you absolutely dislike the fishy smell. Growing up with a Japanese mother, Andy has extensive knowledge of Japanese culture, life and food. Is it possible to replace the Nagaimo root with cassave root? As always, thanks for the great recipe Nami! Okonomiyaki can be separated into two words: Okonomi meaning ‘how you like it’ and yaki meaning ‘fried’. However, cheese is often added on top of okonomiyaki to westernise it, resembling a pizza. When the bottom side is nicely browned, flip over. Thank you for sharing. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. It is to suit the local market demand and pricing of Okonmiyaki depend on the ingredients for the toppings. . Cover and cook for another 5 minutes. Hi Nany, Yes. Yay! I pretty much followed the recipe exactly except doubling the portion for lunch next day. Hi, Nami! This recipe is the real deal! The okonomiyaki restaurant near us has been closed due to lockdown, so this recipe was a great way to fulfill a growing craving. I just watched your video again, now I have to make okonomyaki again. The only thing I remember, is that tempura scraps I totally successfully substituted with rice crispies. Other than that, I suppose I could leave it out as you suggested to someone else and add a bit of extra baking soda or perhaps a bit of cooked purple sweet potato… What do you think? I can imagine how good this would be with grilled matsutaki mushrooms! You accidentally added an additional “http://” to the end of it. If you know Hanpen (Japanese white fish cake that’s fluffy like a sponge), it’s similar texture… It’s really hard to substitute and I feel like it’s not as same as grated potato too. And could you please add to the Pantry section with your ceramics and recommendations for traditional serveware? This is probably my most favorite Japanese food. I had a bottle of sauce from Ajinoya in Osaka too! , Hello Nami, I absolutely love this recipe and have already prepared it several times. The cabbage is mixed with the batter and fried together on a hot plate (teppanyaki). AMAZING! Thank you so much for trying this recipe so many times! Other ingredients are then layered on top, what you put on it depends on taste. You can buy it from Amazon and Japanese/Asian grocery stores. The staff cooks your okonomiyaki for you in their kitchen and as such, you can guarantee it will be done with the proper methodology and preparation so it is less hassle. Hope you can find ingredients you need. The batter is fried first and then the filling is added on top and then finally another ladle of batter. Thank you for the inspirations and we shall continue cooking. Thank you so much for your detailed feedback! I had the Hiroshima style while I was in the city, with extra cheese, but I never got to ask which type it was (it was not cheddar for sure). I’m Shuni. In the Kansai style all the ingredients are mixed in the batter and then grilled. How would the okonomiyaki taste without baking powder. Hope you enjoy(ed) making Okonomiyaki. I’m glad to hear you enjoy them. Thank you so much for your kind words, Cristeta! bonito flake to garnish ▢ Thanks for trying this recipe! Followed your recipe and it turned out sooooo well!!! These days a lot of people use iPad and tablets so they don't print out - so I thought it's okay to keep print option the way it is (just words only). That one… where did I get it… I think… World Market from like 6-7 years ago?! Now, in your comment above you say: a) “not related to Nagaimo” –> So grated nagaimo is called tororo but not related to tororo?? Perfect things to sell in the US! Your favorite Japanese food! I was so happy and pleasantly surprised when I started following you. I found a shortcut for nagaimo: after peeling it, I cut it into several large chunks and then finely shred it using a food chopper with a pull string. . The yamaimo or nagaimo really helps to bind the batter together and without it, it’s kind of hard to put all together. It also adds the final umami punch as well as complementing the dashi inside the okonomiyaki. I’m glad you found it as I assume a lot of people won’t be able to find it unless they have a Japanese grocery stores… Okonomiyaki can be any ingredients. I appreciate it. Thanks for your recipes, Darryl. Stand for 10 minutes. Following the war, more luxurious ingredients were added such as pork and eggs. This is my first time commenting on a recipe, but I felt I had to because it turned out so well! Popular street food from Osaka, Japan, Okonomiyaki is a savory version of Japanese pancake, made with flour, eggs, shredded cabbage, and your choice of protein, and topped with a variety of condiments. . Hi Hondo! Surprisingly, I didn’t miss the bonito that much, as the dashi inside guaranteed the “fishy” taste. Sorry about as “I specified here” comment – I mixed up with Hiroshima style Okonomiyaki, which uses TORORO KOMBU, while I am answering for Osaka style Okonomiyaki post… I answered too quickly. For serving: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Thank you for this delicious recipe. I plan on making this for the kids this weekend while we watch Japanese dramas on the computer. Thanks for the recipe! Have fun exploring the 700+ classic & modern Japanese recipes I share with step-by-step photos and How-To YouTube videos. If you can’t buy a bag of tenkasu from Amazon or Japanese grocery stores (convenient! 1) instructions with pictures or 2) instructions without pictures. Unfortunately I do not have satoimo in the area. It’s a Japanese long yam (nagaimo) or mountain yam (yamaimo) and I think it’s the most important ingredient so your okonomiyaki won’t be a doughy pancake. We loved it! Thank you for your kind comment! Hi Bianca! Tapioca is a starch extracted from cassava root. Thank you so much for your kind words! I tried variations (pork, shrimp and tako) but plain with nothing is also very good. Hope you enjoy Sauteed Yam too! Thank you! Thank you! It contains very little calories and offers a unique texture to the okonomiyaki. Only thing I worry is that baby taro roots are very hard to grate (tough, slippery), so please be careful if you decide to do it. So happy to hear that you enjoyed the recipe! Thanks again. If you can’t find Nagaimo what would you recommend as an alternative? I shall improvise the recipe as time goes by. It’s always a myth when the food is something you never cooked before. . Hi Nami, we love okonomyaki and I always turn to your recipe as it is pretty much the same as I was shown by my friends from Tokyo. 1) Yes, you can, but eggs are included so I’d say just one day ahead is max. Hope this helps! You … Do you know satoimo (Japanese taro)? Hopefully soon in the near future, these unique Japanese ingredients will be more easily accessible from all corners of the world. Hi Amy! Haha, I hope you enjoy homemade Okonomiyaki! Thank you so much again for this (and for the rest of your amazing website as well!). Most okonomiyaki recipes call for water to mix the flour and eggs to for the batter. I am excited to try your other recipes. I am wondering if perhaps a starch paste (corn or rice starch with water) or possibly even chia seeds mixed with water could work as thickening substitutes? They also send me Shiratamako+Joshinko which expires next month. (I didn:t have any nori so I went for some shiso instead. Thankyou so much :)). The pork belly version isn’t bad at all, but I definitely prefer the squid. Glad Alisa liked it too. Thank you for using my site as a reference to your cooking! Thanks for this recipe. Hi Masanori! Yes, it’s possible. I have been hungry for okonomiyaki. Yeah, I got mixed up between “tororo” and “tororo kombu”. Hi Jo! xo. I use it all the time to make Okonomiyaki and pancakes. Hi Nicole! Okonomiyaki is a real soul food, which will always warm your heart. I think for convenience, fried onion bits like we use for green bean casserole would be a great, flavorful substitution! We could not find nagaimo so we increased baking powder to 1/2 teaspoon. , Hi Pravina, Thank you very much for your kind feedback!, Hi Nami. Hi Darrell! Please let us know how it goes! My nieces and nephews said they liked it even better than those they had in Japan. Thanks so much for your kind feedback! Hi Sarah, We couldn’t be happier to hear how much joy and excitement Nami’s recipe has brought to you! Okonomiyaki. I have been dreaming about okonomiyaki ever since I saw the recipe here (and after shamelessly watching Terrace House B&GItC. And to answer the second question, yes you can freeze, reheat in the oven or oven toaster or frying pan to make it crispy on the surface again. Today I’m sharing my favorite Okonomiyaki recipe with you so you can make this popular street food at home! It’s very creative and impressive. Thank you for your kind feedback! , Thank you for the reply! Andy’s hobbies include, photography, sports and travelling around Japan. Also, I made substitutions for the sauces and mayo. My dive into okonomyiaki is getting exciting! I don’t really like to copy other chefs’ recipe. I wish I can join you! . Mix all together until sugar is completely dissolved. I got a LOT more than 4 servings(and thus, flipping practice lol) …I’m not really disappointed. Thanks again, looking forward to any suggestions! For the sauce, the ordering is very important. Add to miso soup, add to udon or soba noodle soup…. I love your recipes ^ω^ everything I tried making turned out delicious! . 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