Ultimate Arteflame Grilled Okonomiyaki Recipe

Introduction

Creating the perfect Okonomiyaki on the Arteflame grill brings out the best flavors with a steakhouse quality sear. This method ensures the ingredients are tender on the inside with a crispy, golden exterior. This recipe will teach you how to achieve restaurant-quality results at home using the unique features of the Arteflame grill.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup dashi or water
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups finely shredded cabbage
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 1/2 cup grated yam (nagaimo)
• 1/4 cup tenkasu (tempura bits)
• 1/4 lb thinly sliced pork belly
• 1/4 cup okonomiyaki sauce
• 1/4 cup Japanese mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp butter (for grilling)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• Aonori (seaweed flakes) for garnish
• Bonito flakes for garnish
• Pickled ginger for garnish

Instructions

Get the Grill Ready

Start by firing up the Arteflame grill to get it ready for grilling.

Prepare the Batter

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, dashi (or water), and eggs. Mix until smooth.
2. Add the shredded cabbage, chopped green onions, grated yam, and tenkasu to the batter. Mix well.

Grill the Okonomiyaki

1. Heat the butter and vegetable oil on the flat cooktop.
2. Pour a portion of the batter onto the flat cooktop, forming a circular pancake shape.
3. Place thin slices of pork belly on top of the batter.
4. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.  Alternatively, you can grill the pork belly first, then add the batter.  This will make the pork belly crispier.

Serve

1. Drizzle okonomiyaki sauce and Japanese mayonnaise on top of the cooked okonomiyaki.
2. Garnish with aonori, bonito flakes, and pickled ginger.
3. Serve immediately.

Tips

• Use different heat zones on the flat cooktop to control the cooking temperature and achieve an even sear.
• Let the okonomiyaki rest for a minute before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
• Adjust the thickness of the pancake to your preference by adding more or less batter.

Conclusion

Enjoy your perfectly seared and flavorful Okonomiyaki, a true grilling masterpiece. This recipe guarantees a crispy, tender result every time you fire up your Arteflame grill.

Variations

Seafood Okonomiyaki

Add shrimp, squid, or octopus to the batter for a seafood twist.

Vegetarian Okonomiyaki

Omit the pork belly and add more vegetables like carrots, mushrooms, and bell peppers.

Cheese Okonomiyaki

Add grated cheese to the batter for a rich, cheesy flavor.

Kimchi Okonomiyaki

Mix in chopped kimchi for a spicy, tangy kick.

Beef Okonomiyaki

Replace the pork belly with thinly sliced beef for a different meaty flavor.

Pairings

Best Drink

Serve with a chilled glass of sake or a refreshing iced green tea.

Best Appetizer

Pair with edamame or a small bowl of miso soup.

Best Dessert

Enjoy with mochi ice cream or grilled pineapple with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.