Takoyaki powder is a specialized flour mix used to make takoyaki, a popular Japanese street food. Takoyaki are ball-shaped snacks typically filled with diced octopus, tempura scraps (tenkasu), pickled ginger, and green onion.

Instructions for Making Takoyaki

Ingredients:

• Takoyaki Powder: 100 grams
• Water: 300 milliliters
• Eggs: 1-2, beaten
• Octopus: 100 grams, cooked and diced into small pieces
• Tenkasu (Tempura scraps): A handful
• Pickled Ginger: Finely chopped, to taste
• Green Onions: Finely chopped, to taste

Equipment:

• Takoyaki Pan: A special pan with half-spherical molds

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Batter:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine 100 grams of takoyaki powder with 300 milliliters of water.
   • Add the beaten eggs to the mixture and stir until you achieve a smooth batter.

2. Heat the Takoyaki Pan:

   • Preheat the takoyaki pan over medium heat. Lightly grease each mold with oil.

3. Pour the Batter:

   • Pour the batter into the molds, filling them completely.

4. Add the Fillings:

   • Place a piece of diced octopus into each mold.
   • Add a small amount of tenkasu, pickled ginger, and green onions into each mold for extra flavor and texture.

5. Cook the Takoyaki:

   • Allow the batter to cook for a couple of minutes until the edges start to set.
   • Use a takoyaki pick or a skewer to turn each piece 90 degrees. Continue cooking and turning the balls until they are evenly golden brown and crispy on the outside.

6. Serve:

   • Once cooked, remove the takoyaki from the pan and place them on a serving plate.
   • Traditionally, takoyaki is served with takoyaki sauce, mayonnaise, bonito flakes, and aonori (seaweed flakes).

Enjoy your homemade takoyaki!