Why travel far away when you can enjoy exotic delicacies at home? With our "Taste the World"-series, we take you to the most exciting cuisines in the world - with authentic recipes, exciting flavours and simple step-by-step instructions.
Over the next few weeks, we'll be exploring a new country and bringing you a dish that not only tastes fantastic, but is also a real Culinary highlight is. Our first destination: Japan!
Okonomiyaki - The savoury Japanese pancake
We start with a popular classic from Japan: Okonomiyaki. This delicious Japanese pancakes combines a crispy texture with a juicy filling and is topped with a savoury Okonomiyaki sauce and bonito flakes to perfection. Whether classic with cabbage and bacon or in a vegetarian version - this dish is an absolute favourite. Umami experience!
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Mix the flour, baking powder, egg, dashi (or stock) and soya sauce in a bowl to form a smooth batter. Fold in the pointed cabbage, spring onions and tempura crunch.
Now heat the oil in a pan, pour in the batter and shape into a thick pancake. If desired, place bacon on the top. Fry for approx. 3-4 mins. over a medium heat, then carefully turn and fry for a further 3 mins.
Finally, garnish with okonomiyaki sauce and mayo. Sprinkle with bonito flakes or sesame seeds and serve with nori strips.