Appetizers & Snacks, Dessert, Lunch

Okonomiyaki with BBQ Sauce, Sriracha, and Mayonnaise

  • Prep 10 mins
  • Total 40 mins
  • Easy
  • Serves 6

Okonomiyaki is a Japanese savory pancake that is sometimes referred to as “Japanese pizza.” The first time I had one, it took my breath away. Not only is it beautiful, the combination of the crispy cabbage and the optional toppings of sweet barbecue sauce, fatty mayonnaise, and spicy sriracha is simply perfect. If I had to choose one thing to eat for the rest of my life (this is something I think about frequently), it would be this recipe. —Athia Landry

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Allergies

  • Contains Eggs
  • Contains Wheat

Tip: Allergy Advice

This dish contains the following allergens: Eggs, Wheat

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  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 pound shredded green cabbage
  • 4 scallions, thinly sliced, green and white parts separated
  • Premade barbecue sauce, for topping
  • Mayonnaise, for topping
  • Sriracha, for topping
  • Sesame seeds, for topping

Utensils

  • Grill Grate
  • BBQ Griddle
  • Silicone Tipped Spatula
  • Step 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, flour, and salt. Add the cabbage and white parts of the scallions and, using your hands, massage and work the batter into the
    cabbage until it is evenly coated.

  • Step 2

    Insert the Grill Grate, place the BBQ Griddle on top so it sits flat, and close the hood. Select BBQ GRIDDLE, set the temperature to 400°F, and set the time to 30 minutes. Press the dial to begin preheating.

  • Step 3

    When the unit beeps to signify it has preheated, using a 1-cup measuring cup, place a cup of batter onto one side of the BBQ Griddle. With the back of the cup, flatten the batter into a circle. Repeat with 2 okonomiyaki on the BBQ Griddle at a time. Leave the hood open and cook until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes.

  • Step 4

    After 5 minutes, use a rubber-tipped spatula to flip the okonomiyaki. Close the hood and continue to cook until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. The pancakes should be golden brown on both sides; if more time is required, cook for 2 to 3 minutes more on each side.

  • Step 5

    When cooking is complete, remove the okonomiyaki from the BBQ Griddle, evenly cover with the barbecue sauce, and drizzle with the mayonnaise and sriracha. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and the green parts of the scallions.

  • Step 6

    Repeat with the remaining batter.