- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 150 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious Takoyaki is a simple and tasty Japanese snack that requires little preparation time. It's a great option for those who want to try a quick and easy recipe.”
What you need to know
- Facilidade de preparo e tempo de cozimento curto
- Versatilidade de ingredientes tradicionais japoneses
- Resultado saudável e nutritivo
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 2 cups of dashi (or water)
- 1 cup of cooked octopus in cubes
- 1/4 cup chopped chives
- Tare sauce for topping
- Japanese mayonnaise for topping
- Chopped nori seaweed for finishing
Instructions
Principal
- In a bowl, mix the wheat flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the egg and dashi stock, and mix well until you have a smooth batter.
- Heat the takoyaki pan and grease with a little oil.
- Fill each well of the pan with batter up to the rim.
- Place 1-2 octopus cubes and a little chives in each ball.
- Let cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottom browns.
- With a spatula, turn the dumplings so they cook evenly.
- Cook for 3-4 more minutes or until they are well browned.
- Remove the takoyakis from the griddle and place on a plate.
- Finish with tare sauce, mayonnaise, and nori seaweed on top.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Chef's tips
- A mistura de farinha de trigo, fermento e sal deve ser misturada até obter uma massa homogênea
- A espátula deve ser usada com cuidado para não danificar os takoyakis
- O molho tarê pode ser feito antecipadamente para economizar tempo
Variations
- Adicionar um pouco de coentro ao molho tarê para dar uma pitada de frescor
- Incluir um pouco de wasabi ao molho tarê para dar um toque de picância
- Incluir um pouco de shiso ao molho tarê para dar um toque de verde
Substitutions
- Substituir o dashi por água de coco para um sabor mais suave
- Usar alho em vez de cebolinha para dar um toque de sabor extra
- Substituir o polvo por camarão para uma versão de surimi
How to store
Takoyakis are great when served hot and can be kept on a plate until they are gone. After consumption, the leftover can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze Takoyakis, as cooking can damage the structure and flavor. However, the Takoyakis can be served hot in a rice bowl and served on a rice bowl plate for up to 3 days
What to serve with
Serves well with wasabi sauce or wasabi sauce. A little bit of gosom (cooked rice) can also be served to give a touch of flavor
Frequently asked questions
How do I keep the Takoyakis from burning on the griddle?
Keeping the griddle hot and not pressing the octopus too hard into the dough will help prevent burns.
Can I use a soda instead of dashi?
No, dashi is a traditional base for the shimeji broth and serves to give a special flavor to the Takoyakis.
How do I make the wasabi tare sauce?
Mix water, wasabi, sugar, and a little garlic in a pot, cook until boiling, and strain.
How do I freeze Takoyakis?
Takoyakis can be frozen on a rice shell plate. Defrost them by heating in a low oven.
How do I make the tare sauce?
Mix water, vinegar, sugar, and a little garlic in a pot, cook until boiling, and strain.
