This cabbage pancake is a popular dish throughout Japan and is easily adapted to one’s preferences.

Add flour and baking powder; whisk until smooth.

Stir in cabbage and scallions until well combined.

a recipe photo of the Okonomiyaki (Japanese Cabbage Pancake) served on a plate

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Add the cabbage mixture and gently spread into an even layer (do not press down).

Cover and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until browned on the bottom, 8 to 10 minutes.

Remove the pan from the heat and cover with a rimless plate.

Sliced cabbage and scallions in a clear mixing bowl

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Slide the okonomiyaki off the plate back into the pan, browned-side up.

Meanwhile, whisk mayonnaise and Sriracha in a small bowl.

Transfer the okonomiyaki to a serving plate.

Okonomiyaki pancake on a plate next to frying pan

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Drizzle the Sriracha-mayonnaise mixture over the top in a zigzag pattern.

Garnish with sliced scallions and shredded nori, if desired, and slice into 4 pieces.

Tip

Hondashi is instant dashi powder, and adds an umami flavor to this recipe.

A mix of mayonnaise and sriracha in a small clear mixing bowl

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Find it online or at Asian grocery stores.

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Okonomiyaki (Japanese cabbage pancake) on a plate, topped with seaweed and sliced scallions

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