Japanese Okonomiyaki Savory Pancakes

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour, sifted
• 1 cup water
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 head cabbage, shredded
• 4 slices bacon, cut into pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 1 cup Okonomiyaki sauce
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons bonito flakes
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 1 teaspoon nori (seaweed) strips

Method

1. 01
   In a large bowl, sift the flour and gradually add water while stirring to make a smooth batter.
2. 02
   Add the lightly beaten eggs into the batter and mix well until fully incorporated.
3. 03
   Fold in the shredded cabbage and bacon pieces into the batter, ensuring even distribution.
4. 04
   Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
5. 05
   Pour one-fourth of the batter into the pan, spreading it out to form a round pancake about 6 inches in diameter.
6. 06
   Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until the edges start to turn golden brown.
7. 07
   Flip the pancake and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the pancake is cooked through.
8. 08
   Transfer the cooked pancake to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.
9. 09
   Drizzle Okonomiyaki sauce and mayonnaise over the pancakes.
10. 10
    Garnish with bonito flakes, chopped green onions, and nori strips before serving.