Okonomiyaki (Japanese Savory Pancake)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, water, egg, and salt until a smooth batter forms.
2. Add the shredded cabbage, chopped scallions, and tenkasu to the batter. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
4. Pour half of the batter mixture into the hot skillet, spreading it into a round shape about 1 inch thick.
5. Arrange half of the thinly sliced pork belly on top of the uncooked batter.
6. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and set. Carefully flip the okonomiyaki using a large spatula or two spatulas.
7. Cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and the pancake is golden brown and cooked through.
8. Slide the okonomiyaki onto a plate. Drizzle generously with okonomiyaki sauce and Japanese mayonnaise. Sprinkle with katsuobushi and aonori.
9. Repeat the process for the second okonomiyaki.