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Ingredients
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Batter
Fillings
Toppings
Method
Prepare Batter
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to combine the dry ingredients.
- 2
- 3
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture, stirring gently until smooth and well combined. Avoid over-mixing.
- 4
Rest Batter
Let the batter rest for about 10 minutes.
Prepare Fillings
- 5
Prepare Fillings
Prepare the fillings by dicing the cooked octopus into small pieces. Finely chop the green onions and pickled ginger.
Cook Takoyaki
- 6
Preheat Takoyaki Pan
Preheat a takoyaki pan over medium heat and lightly grease the molds with oil.
- 7
Fill Molds with Batter
Pour the batter into each mold, filling them about 3/4 full.
- 8
Add Fillings
Add a small amount of diced octopus, green onions, pickled ginger, and ten-kasu into each mold.
- 9
Turn Takoyaki
When the edges start to cook and firm up, use a skewer or chopsticks to turn the balls, allowing the uncooked batter to flow into the mold.
- 10
Cook Until Golden
Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, turning them occasionally until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Serve
- 11
Plate Takoyaki
Remove the takoyaki balls from the pan and place them on a plate.
- 12
Add Toppings
Drizzle with takoyaki sauce and mayonnaise, then sprinkle with aonori and bonito flakes.
- 13
Enjoy!
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade takoyaki!
