Hiroshima Okonomiyaki (Layered Style)
Hiroshima okonomiyaki layers a thin crepe, fish powder, a large mound of cabbage, bean sprouts and pork, then combines them with separately cooked Chinese noodles or udon and a thin egg...
At a glance
| Name | Hiroshima Okonomiyaki (Layered Style) (Hiroshima-fu Okonomiyaki) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Hiroshima |
| Region | Chugoku |
| Type | Layered savory griddle dish with cabbage, noodles and egg |
What is it?
Hiroshima okonomiyaki layers a thin crepe, fish powder, a large mound of cabbage, bean sprouts and pork, then combines them with separately cooked Chinese noodles or udon and a thin egg before adding sauce.
Unlike Osaka's common mixed-batter style, the layers remain distinct. Noodles are a basic component in Hiroshima and are normally ordered as niku-tama-soba or niku-tama-udon, not generically called modern-yaki.
History and local context
Its direct predecessor is the inexpensive issen-yoshoku flour snack. During Hiroshima's postwar recovery, cabbage, sprouts, egg, pork and noodles made it a substantial meal; no single inventor should be treated as conclusively responsible for every modern feature.
Hiroshima also has local forms such as Fuchu-yaki, Mihara-yaki and Onomichi-yaki, which vary in meat, offal, noodles and folding.
How to enjoy it
Cut it into a grid with a small spatula and lift cabbage, noodle and egg together. Taste the shop's sauce first, then add scallion, chilli or mayonnaise sparingly.
Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hiroshima Okonomiyaki (Layered Style) from?
It is associated with Hiroshima, in the Chugoku region of Japan.
What kind of food is Hiroshima Okonomiyaki (Layered Style)?
This guide classifies it as layered savory griddle dish with cabbage, noodles and egg. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Hiroshima Okonomiyaki (Layered Style) online?
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