Vegan Okonomiyaki

Vegan Okonomiyaki is a delicious Japanese savory pancake, made with a blend of fresh vegetables and a unique plant-based batter, perfect for a wholesome breakfast. This dish is both hearty and customizable, allowing you to enjoy it in various ways while keeping it completely vegan.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 100 grams
• water - 150 milliliters
• ground flaxseed - 1 tablespoon
• cabbage, finely chopped - 150 grams
• green onion, chopped - 2 stalks
• carrot, grated - 1 medium
• mushrooms, finely chopped - 100 grams
• soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• vegan mayonnaise - for serving
• vegan okonomiyaki sauce - for serving
• nori seaweed, shredded - for garnish
• pickled ginger - for garnish

Steps

1. In a small bowl, mix ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and water. Whisk until smooth.
3. Add the thickened flaxseed mixture to the batter and mix well.
4. Fold in the chopped cabbage, green onion, grated carrot, and chopped mushrooms until evenly coated in the batter.
5. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
6. Pour half of the batter into the skillet and spread it into a round shape, about 1.5 cm thick. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown on the bottom.
7. Carefully flip the pancake using a spatula and cook for another 4-5 minutes on the other side until cooked through.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
9. Serve the okonomiyaki hot, drizzled with vegan mayonnaise and okonomiyaki sauce, and garnish with shredded nori and pickled ginger.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains plant-based protein from flour and flaxseed, supporting muscle maintenance.

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