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Taiyaki

Taiyaki is a delightful Japanese fish-shaped pancake filled with various sweet or savory fillings, perfect for dessert lovers.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Sweet filling (e.g., red bean paste, custard, chocolate, or sweetened fruit)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
  2. In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  4. Preheat a taiyaki mold over medium heat and lightly grease it.
  5. Pour batter into the mold, add your desired filling, and then cover with more batter.
  6. Cook until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
  7. Remove from mold and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm, with powdered sugar or a scoop of ice cream for a twist.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: taiyaki, Japanese pancakes, dessert, sweet treats, fish-shaped pancake