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Japanese pancake featured - soufflé and okonomiyaki

Japanese Pancake: Ultimate Guide to 3 Styles, Best results


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  • Author: Alice
  • Total Time: PT0H30M
  • Yield: 2-3 servings

Description

Delight your family with two legendary Japanese pancakes: fluffy soufflé pancakes perfect for breakfast or dessert, and savory okonomiyaki loaded with cabbage and your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

Soufflé Pancake:

2 eggs, separated

1.5 tbsp whole milk

1/4 cup cake flour

1/2 tsp baking powder

2 tbsp sugar

Neutral oil for cooking

Water (for steam)

Optional: whipped cream, berries, syrup

Japanese soufflé pancake ingredients

Okonomiyaki:

1 cup flour

2 eggs

3/4 cup water or dashi

2 cups finely shredded cabbage

2 green onions, chopped

Toppings: okonomiyaki sauce, Japanese mayo, dried seaweed, bonito flakes

Mixing okonomiyaki batter


Instructions

  • Soufflé Pancake:

Étape 1: Separate eggs. Whip whites with sugar to stiff peaks.

Étape 2: Combine yolks, milk, flour, baking powder.

Étape 3: Gently fold whites into yolk mixture.

Étape 4: Oil skillet, use low heat, spoon batter in rounds.

Étape 5: Add water to the pan, cover, cook until tall and golden.

Étape 6: Top with cream, berries, or syrup.

Okonomiyaki:

Étape 1: Mix flour, eggs, and water/dashi until smooth. Rest batter.

Étape 2: Fold in cabbage and green onion.

Étape 3: Pour into skillet, cook until golden on one side.

Étape 4: Flip, finish cooking.

Étape 5: Top with sauces, mayo, bonito, and seaweed.

Notes

For soufflé pancakes, do not overmix; patience creates rise. For okonomiyaki, experiment with your favorite proteins or cheese.

  • Prep Time: PT0H15M
  • Cook Time: PT0H15M
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch or Dinner
  • Method: Pan-fried
  • Cuisine: Japanese