Okonomiyaki roughly translates to "grilled as you like it", and that's the whole spirit of this beloved Japanese savoury pancake. A simple batter holds together a mountain of shredded cabbage and spring onion, topped with crispy bacon and finished with sweet-savoury okonomiyaki sauce, Kewpie mayo and bonito flakes.
Every bite is a mix of textures — golden crust on the outside, tender cabbage inside, salty bacon on top, and that unmistakable sauce combo that makes okonomiyaki so addictive.
At home, all you need is a frying pan and a mixing bowl. It's a brilliant way to use up half a cabbage, it's on the table in about half an hour, and kids love watching the bonito flakes wave about on top.
