Somen Okonomiyaki Recipe

Name: Somen Okonomiyaki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 70 g pasta (I used somen for this); 1 slice bacon (diced); 1/3 cup shrimp (steamed and diced); 1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped); 1 tablespoon fresh scallion (chopped); 1/3 cup cabbage, shredded; 1 egg, beaten with; 2 tablespoons water; 1/8 cup Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon nori (julienned); 1 teaspoon julienned pickled ginger

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons sesame oil
70 g pasta (I used somen for this)
1 slice bacon (diced)
1/3 cup shrimp (steamed and diced)
1 tablespoon fresh basil (chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh scallion (chopped)
1/3 cup cabbage, shredded
1 egg, beaten with
2 tablespoons water
1/8 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon nori (julienned)
1 teaspoon julienned pickled ginger

1
Break somen noodles in half prior to cooking.
2
Cook according to directions and strain, but DO NOT rinse in water.
3
Seperate the somen into 2 stacks
4
Heat oil in 10 inch frying pan on medium heat.
5
Place 1 stack of somen in pan, arrange in to a circle and flatten with spatula.
6
Top with bacon, shrimp, basil, scallion, cabbage, and second stack of somen.
7
Pour on egg mixture.
8
Flatten and shape with spatula.
9
Cook until browned on one side, then flip and brown on other side, reshaping as needed.
10
Plate and drizzle with Worcestershire sauce.
11
Top with mayonnaise, nori, and ginger.
12
***A simple salad of arugula, shredded carrot and cabbage, sliced cucumber, and diced yellow pepper drizzled with a balsamic vinaigrette and topped with julienned nori makes a great accompaniment.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 70 g pasta (I used somen for this), 1 slice bacon (diced), 1/3 cup shrimp (steamed and diced), and more.

Yes, Somen Okonomiyaki falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Somen Okonomiyaki

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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