Takoyaki (Dairy-Free)

Takoyaki is a popular Japanese street food featuring savory octopus-filled dough balls that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. This dairy-free version maintains all the authentic flavors, making it a delightful appetizer for any occasion.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Dashi stock (vegan) - 300 milliliters
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large (optional for vegan, can substitute with 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water)
• Cooked octopus, diced - 100 grams
• Green onions, finely chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Pickled ginger, finely chopped - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - for cooking
• Takoyaki sauce (dairy-free) - for drizzling
• Vegan mayonnaise - for drizzling
• Bonito flakes (optional, for garnish) - to taste
• Aonori (dried seaweed flakes) - for garnish

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and pour in the dashi stock gradually while whisking to create a smooth batter.
2. If using, add the egg or flaxseed mixture to the batter and mix well until fully incorporated.
3. Preheat a takoyaki pan on medium heat and lightly grease each mold with vegetable oil.
4. Pour the batter into the molds, filling them about 3/4 full.
5. Add a few pieces of diced octopus, green onions, and pickled ginger into each mold.
6. After about 2-3 minutes, when the edges start to set, use a skewer or chopsticks to turn the takoyaki balls 90 degrees.
7. Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, rolling them occasionally until they are golden brown and cooked through.
8. Remove the takoyaki from the pan and place them on a serving plate.
9. Drizzle with takoyaki sauce and vegan mayonnaise, and sprinkle with bonito flakes and aonori for garnish.
10. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious dairy-free takoyaki!

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein due to the octopus content.
• Low in dairy, making it suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.

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