Go Back
–+ servings
Takoyaki

Savory Takoyaki – Quick and Fluffy Octopus Balls at Home

Learn to make delicious Takoyaki, the iconic Japanese street food, quickly at home with everyday ingredients.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Gluten-free option available
  • 1 cup Cake flour Can substitute with more all-purpose flour
  • 2 large Large eggs Use egg substitute for vegan option
  • 2 cups Dashi Homemade or instant can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Gluten-free option available
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Cooked octopus Can substitute with shrimp or other seafood
  • 1 cup Cabbage Optional; can replace with lettuce
  • 1/4 cup Scallions Can substitute with chives
For Cooking & Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted sesame oil Vegetable oil can be used
  • 1/2 cup Takoyaki sauce Barbecue sauce can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Aonori (dried laver flakes) Can omit or substitute with chopped nori
  • 1/4 cup Bonito flakes Can substitute with shredded dried fish
  • 1/2 cup Kewpie mayonnaise Regular mayonnaise can be used

Equipment

  • Takoyaki maker or non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Quick & Easy Takoyaki
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cake flour, eggs, dashi, and soy sauce until smooth.
  2. Preheat your takoyaki maker or non-stick skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Brush with toasted sesame oil.
  3. Pour the batter into each mold about 3/4 full, then add the cooked octopus and scallions, and top with more batter.
  4. Cook for around 3 minutes until the edges firm up, then carefully flip each ball and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Transfer the Takoyaki balls to a plate, drizzle with takoyaki sauce and Kewpie mayonnaise, and sprinkle with aonori and bonito flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ballsCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy Takoyaki hot for the best taste, as this classic Japanese street food is best when crispy.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!