Okonomiyaki

Okonomiyaki is a savory Japanese pancake that can be customized with various ingredients, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures. This gluten-free version uses rice flour, making it a satisfying and hearty lunch option.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 100 grams
• Cornstarch - 30 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 150 ml
• Egg - 1 large
• Cabbage - 200 grams, finely shredded
• Green onions - 2, finely chopped
• Cooked shrimp - 100 grams, chopped
• Bacon - 2 slices, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Okonomiyaki sauce - for drizzling
• Mayonnaise - for drizzling
• Aonori (seaweed flakes) - for garnish
• Katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) - for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the water and egg until well combined.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Fold in the shredded cabbage, green onions, chopped shrimp, and bacon until evenly distributed.
5. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
6. Pour half of the batter into the skillet, spreading it out to form a pancake about 2 cm thick.
7. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown, then carefully flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes on the other side.
8. Transfer the cooked okonomiyaki to a plate and cover to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
9. Drizzle okonomiyaki sauce and mayonnaise over the pancakes, then sprinkle with aonori and katsuobushi if desired.
10. Serve hot and enjoy your gluten-free okonomiyaki!

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from shrimp and egg, supporting muscle health.
• Contains fiber from cabbage, promoting digestive health.

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