Tofu Okonomiyaki
Tofu Okonomiyaki
Ingredients
For the Okonomiyaki
- 300 grams tofu, pressed
- 1 large egg
- 50 grams potato starch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams shredded cabbage
- 2 tablespoons oil, for cooking
For Topping
- 1/4 cup Okonomiyaki sauce, as needed
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise, as needed
- 1/4 cup katsuobushi, (bonito flakes), as needed
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion, as needed
Instructions
- 1
Begin by pressing 300 grams of tofu to remove excess water. This can be done by wrapping the tofu in paper towels or a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top for at least 15 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, crumble the pressed tofu. Add the large egg, 50 grams of potato starch, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 100 grams of shredded cabbage.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined, forming a thick, batter-like consistency. Ensure the cabbage is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Heat a large non-stick pan with 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, pour the Okonomiyaki mixture into the heated pan, shaping it into a round pancake, approximately 1-inch thick. You may need to cook in batches depending on your pan size.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Cook the Okonomiyaki for 5-7 minutes until the bottom side is golden brown and appears set. The edges should start to look firm.
⏱️ 6 min
- 6
Carefully flip the Okonomiyaki using a wide spatula and cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes until it is also golden brown and cooked through. The center should be firm to the touch.
⏱️ 6 min
- 7
Once cooked, transfer the Okonomiyaki to a serving plate. If cooking in batches, repeat steps 4-6.
⏱️ 1 min
- 8
Generously top the Okonomiyaki with Okonomiyaki sauce, followed by a drizzle of mayonnaise. Finish by garnishing with katsuobushi (bonito flakes) and chopped green onion.
⏱️ 1 min
- 9
Slice into wedges and serve immediately while hot. Enjoy your high-protein, gluten-free Okonomiyaki!
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Tofu Okonomiyaki
For the Okonomiyaki
- 300 grams tofu, pressed
- 1 large egg
- 50 grams potato starch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams shredded cabbage
- 2 tablespoons oil, for cooking
For Topping
- 1/4 cup Okonomiyaki sauce, as needed
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise, as needed
- 1/4 cup katsuobushi, (bonito flakes), as needed
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion, as needed
Instructions
- 1
Begin by pressing 300 grams of tofu to remove excess water. This can be done by wrapping the tofu in paper towels or a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top for at least 15 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
In a large mixing bowl, crumble the pressed tofu. Add the large egg, 50 grams of potato starch, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 100 grams of shredded cabbage.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined, forming a thick, batter-like consistency. Ensure the cabbage is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Heat a large non-stick pan with 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, pour the Okonomiyaki mixture into the heated pan, shaping it into a round pancake, approximately 1-inch thick. You may need to cook in batches depending on your pan size.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Cook the Okonomiyaki for 5-7 minutes until the bottom side is golden brown and appears set. The edges should start to look firm.
⏱️ 6 min - 6
Carefully flip the Okonomiyaki using a wide spatula and cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes until it is also golden brown and cooked through. The center should be firm to the touch.
⏱️ 6 min - 7
Once cooked, transfer the Okonomiyaki to a serving plate. If cooking in batches, repeat steps 4-6.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Generously top the Okonomiyaki with Okonomiyaki sauce, followed by a drizzle of mayonnaise. Finish by garnishing with katsuobushi (bonito flakes) and chopped green onion.
⏱️ 1 min - 9
Slice into wedges and serve immediately while hot. Enjoy your high-protein, gluten-free Okonomiyaki!
⏱️ 1 min