Super Cheap! A Simple and Delicious Tofu Okonomiyak

Name: Super Cheap! A Simple and Delicious Tofu Okonomiyaki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 Cabbage; 1 block Tofu; 1 Egg; 50 ml Water; 100 grams Flour; 8 shakes Salt and pepper; 1 1/2 tsp Dashi stock granules; 1 tsp Soy sauce; 1 Japanese leek (if you have); 1 Cheese (if you have); 1 Okonomiyaki sauce, mayonnaise

Servings: persons

1
Shred the cabbage and mince the green onion.
2
Mix the egg and water.
3
Put the flour in a bowl and add the egg and tofu.
4
Whip with a whisk and season with dashi stock granules, salt and pepper, and soy sauce.
5
Use chopsticks from here.
6
Add the cabbage and leek in two batches.
7
Add cheese if available.
8
Heat oil in a pan, cook the batter, and cover with a lid for 7 minutes.
9
When one side of the okonomiyaki starts to brown, flip it over and cook for another 5 minutes covered with a lid.
10
Flip it over again and cook over high heat without the lid for 2 minutes.
11
Squirt okonomiyaki sauce, mayonnaise, or ponzu if you prefer.

460

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 Cabbage, 1 block Tofu, 1 Egg, 50 ml Water, and more.

Yes, Super Cheap! A Simple and Delicious Tofu Okonomiyaki falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Super Cheap! A Simple and Delicious Tofu Okonomiyaki

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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