Taiyaki
Taiyaki is a delightful Japanese fish-shaped cake filled with sweet red bean paste, offering a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. This gluten-free version allows everyone to enjoy this traditional treat without sacrificing flavor or texture.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Japanese
250 kcal
Ingredients
- Gluten-free all-purpose flour - 100g
- Baking powder - 1 tsp
- Sugar - 30g
- Milk - 150ml
- Egg - 1 large
- Vegetable oil - 1 tbsp
- Sweet red bean paste - 100g
- Vanilla extract - 1/2 tsp
Steps
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Preheat a taiyaki pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.
- Pour a small amount of batter into the pan, covering the fish shape, and cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges start to set.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of sweet red bean paste into the center of the batter.
- Cover the filling with more batter until it's filled and close the taiyaki pan.
- Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Carefully remove the taiyaki from the pan and let it cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 6 g
- Carbs: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Water: 0.15 L
Health Benefits
- Contains protein from eggs and milk for muscle repair.
- Rich in antioxidants from red bean paste, which may help reduce inflammation.
Tags
JapaneseGluten-FreeSnack