Okonomiyaki
Okonomiyaki is known as "Japanese pizza". It is one of the most popular Japanese street foods. Okonomiyaki is a dish that uses flour mixed with seafood and vegetables in water, then grilled on a Teppan grill, then dipped in sauce to eat. There are two types of Okonomiyaki famous in two different regions: Kansai Okonomiyaki and Hiroshima Okonomiyaki.
- Kansai Okonomiyaki: a type of pancake made by mixing flour with ingredients and then baking.
- Hiroshima Okonomiyaki: a type of cake that is placed on the grill without mixing the dough with the ingredients.
Okonomiyaki's batter is made with flour, eggs, dashi (a Japanese cooking stock), and shredded cabbage. From there, you can customize your Okonomiyaki with an array of toppings and fillings. Popular options include thinly sliced pork belly, shrimp, squid, cheese, and vegetables.
Once your Okonomiyaki is assembled on the hot griddle, it's time to watch it sizzle and bubble. The aroma alone will make your mouth water. Once cooked to perfection, it is generously slathered with Okonomiyaki sauce, which is similar to Worcestershire sauce but with a sweeter and tangier flavor. Finally, it's topped with a drizzle of mayonnaise, a sprinkle of bonito flakes, and a dusting of seaweed powder.
