This delicious Japanese okonomiyaki recipe is perfect for toddlers! Okonomiyaki is an easy-to-make pancake that packs a punch with a variety of flavour combinations. Add veggies to this savoury pancake or keep it simple and top it off with a sweet drizzle of syrup! Kids will love this yummy dish, and parents will appreciate the fun and positive culinary experience for their little ones. So try this tasty, healthy, DIY okonomiyaki recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia today!

General Information

• Servings: 2-4
• Keywords: Okonomiyaki, savory pancake, Japanese pancake, gluten-free
• Calories: 360 kcal
• Protein: 10g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fats: 20g
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (120ml) gluten-free all-purpose flour (for a gluten-free option)
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup (240ml) lightly salted chicken, pork or beef stock *
• 1/2 cup (120ml) finely diced onion
• 1/2 cup (120ml) finely diced cabbage or Chinese cabbage
• 1/4 cup (60ml) peeled and finely grated carrots or kabocha squash
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 sheet of Nori or 1/2 sheet of Usukuchi-style soy sauce
• Cooking oil

*Note: stock should not contain any added salt or sugar

Directions

1. Gather all of your ingredients. Grab a bowl and your trusty measuring cups and spoons. Don’t forget to grab your apron and a spatula!
2. Prepare the ingredients. In the bowl, mix the flour and eggs together until combined. Add the chicken, pork, or beef stock and mix until it forms a batter. Next, add the onion, cabbage, and carrots or kabocha squash and combine. Finally, add the lemon juice and mix until combined.
3. Heat the pan. Heat some cooking oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
4. Make the okonomiyaki. Once the pan is hot, ladle 1/4 cup (60ml) of the batter onto the pan and spread it out in a circle about 4-5 inches (10-12 cm) in diameter. Then sprinkle the nori or soy sauce on top. Let cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the edges look crispy and the middle is cooked through.
5. Flip it! Using a spatula, carefully flip the okonomiyaki over and let cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Bon Appétit! Serve the okonomiyaki hot with your favorite sides.

Recommended Sides

• Sliced tomatoes, lightly salted
• Freshly sliced cucumbers
• Sliced citrus fruits
• Shredded seaweed salad
• Your favorite dipping sauce - the options are endless!