Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki
The soul food of Hiroshima, Okonomiyaki

About Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki

Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki (広島風お好み焼, Hiroshima-fū okonomiyaki) is a beloved local dish prepared by layering ingredients like batter, cabbage, meat, and eggs rather than mixing them together. Often, noodles such as yakisoba or udon are added, with the simple "niku tama soba" (pork, egg, and soba noodles) being a popular choice.

A unique cooking technique involves steaming the cabbage as the topmost layer of batter acts as a lid during cooking, locking in the flavors and enhancing the taste. When sliced, the layers of ingredients create a beautiful cross-sectional view, highlighting the "layered" structure. To enjoy it properly, use a spatula to cut vertically from the top straight down.

The dish is typically finished with a signature sauce, often from local favorites such as Otafuku Sauce or Carp Sauce, with each restaurant adding its own creative twist. Combining cabbage, meat, eggs, and noodles, Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki is hearty, satisfying, and nutritious, making it a perfect standalone meal.

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