Okonomiyaki-style Pizza

Okonomiyaki-style Pizza 

Okonomiyaki-style pizza is a creative fusion dish that blends the savory, umami-packed Flavors of Japan’s beloved street food okonomiyaki with the format of Western pizza. Okonomiyaki, which means "grilled as you like it," is a Japanese savory pancake made with flour, shredded cabbage, eggs, and various toppings like pork belly, seafood, or cheese. By adapting it to a pizza-style base, this version keeps the spirit of flexibility and customization, layering classic okonomiyaki ingredients onto a crisp crust. The result is a delightful combination of textures and Flavors—crispy, chewy, creamy, and sweet-savory—all in one bite.

This pizza often swaps tomato sauce for Japanese mayo and okonomiyaki sauce (a tangy-sweet condiment similar to Worcestershire), and it is typically topped with ingredients like cabbage, scallions, cheese, and sliced meats. After baking, it’s finished with drizzles of mayo, okonomiyaki sauce, bonito flakes (dried fish flakes), and sometimes aonori (seaweed powder), staying true to the visual and flavor signatures of traditional okonomiyaki. It's a fun, inventive dish perfect for fans of Japanese Flavors and a great way to bring the street food experience into the home kitchen.

Okonomiyaki-style Pizza Recipe

Servings: 1 large pizza (12 inches)
Prep Time: 20–30 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes

Ingredients

For the Dough (or use store-bought pizza dough):

• 2 ¼ cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) dry yeast
• ¾ cup (180 ml) warm water
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Toppings:

• 1 cup finely shredded cabbage
• ½ cup mozzarella cheese (or more as preferred)
• ½ cup cooked bacon or sliced pork belly (can use cooked shrimp as an alternative)
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 egg (optional, cracked on top before baking)

For Garnish:

• Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie preferred)
• Okonomiyaki sauce (or mix Worcestershire + ketchup + sugar)
• Bonito flakes (katsuobushi)
• Aonori (dried seaweed flakes), optional
• Pickled ginger (beni shoga), optional

Instructions

1.   Prepare the Dough:

o   In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy (5–10 minutes).

o   Mix in flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead until smooth, about 8 minutes.

o   Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.

2.   Preheat the Oven:

o   Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, preheat it as well.

3.   Assemble the Pizza:

o   Roll out the dough into a 12-inch round on a floured surface and place on a baking sheet or peel.

o   Scatter shredded cabbage evenly over the base.

o   Add mozzarella, then top with cooked bacon/pork belly and scallions.

o   (Optional) Crack an egg in the center of the pizza if desired.

4.   Bake:

o   Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

5.   Garnish and Serve:

o   Drizzle generously with okonomiyaki sauce and Japanese mayo.

o   Sprinkle with bonito flakes and aonori. Add pickled ginger for extra zing if desired.

o   Slice and serve hot.

Okonomiyaki-style pizza is a fun twist that brings together the comfort of pizza and the bold, eclectic Flavors of Japan. It's great for sharing and perfect for adventurous eaters who love fusion cuisine.

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