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Takoyaki

Golden spheres of soft batter filled with octopus, topped with savory takoyaki sauce, mayonnaise, seaweed, and bonito flakes.

35 min Medium Japonesa 3 servings
Takoyaki

The story behind

Takoyaki is one of the gems of Osaka street food. These balls are not only fun to eat but represent a perfect balance between a creamy interior batter and a slightly crispy exterior. Serving them on a plate highlights the gloss of the sauce and the colors of the seasonings, achieving a professional and authentic look.

Instructions

  1. 1
    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, and dashi stock until you have a thin, lump-free batter.
  2. 2
    Heat a special takoyaki pan and grease each mold generously.
  3. 3
    Pour the batter into the molds until they slightly overflow.
  4. 4
    Place a piece of octopus and some green onions in the center of each mold.
  5. 5
    Use skewers or picks to turn the balls 90 degrees as they cook, pushing the excess batter inside to form a perfect sphere.
  6. 6
    Continue turning until they are evenly golden brown and crispy on the outside.
  7. 7
    Serve six pieces on a plate and drizzle with streaks of takoyaki sauce and mayonnaise.
  8. 8
    Sprinkle with aonori and top with a generous amount of bonito flakes to achieve the final look from the image.

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