Takoyaki – Octopus Ball – Recipe
Battered octopus over egg tartar topped with kewpie mayonnaise, okonomiyaki sauce, fresh cut green onion and smoked bonito flakes
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Ingredients
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Takoyaki Batter
Filling
Toppings
Method
Preparing Takoyaki Batter
- 1
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and soy sauce. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Making Takoyaki
- 3
- 4
Fill the Molds
Pour the batter into each mold, filling them about 1/2 full. Add a piece of diced octopus, some tempura scraps, and a sprinkle of green onions to each mold.
- 5
Cook the Takoyaki
Allow the takoyaki to cook for about 3-4 minutes until the edges begin to brown. Use a skewer or chopstick to gently turn each ball 90 degrees to create a round shape.
- 6
Finish Cooking
Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, turning frequently until the takoyaki is golden brown and crispy on the outside. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Serving Takoyaki
- 7
Add Toppings
Drizzle the cooked takoyaki with kewpie mayonnaise and okonomiyaki sauce. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and top with smoked bonito flakes.
- 8
Serve Hot
Serve the takoyaki hot with toothpicks for easy eating.
