Modanyaki "Modern Yaki" (Origin, Recipe, Restaurants) - Food in Japan

Modanyaki is a variation of Okonomiyaki with Yakisoba noodles, popular in Osaka. It is sometimes called "Modern Okonomiyaki" and stands out due to the addition of Yakisoba. While similar in ingredients and cooking method to Okonomiyaki, Modanyaki incorporates Chinese noodles. The dish's origin is debated, with some attributing it to a Kobe shop in 1950 or an Osaka restaurant called "Botejyu." Different varieties of Modanyaki exist, such as those with tartar sauce, cheese, fruits, or curry. Traditional Modanyaki features a mix of ingredients combined with dough before baking. Restaurants in Osaka, Hyogo, and Tokyo offer authentic Modanyaki. Recipes for making Modanyaki at home are available, using ingredients like cabbage, pork belly, and pickled ginger. Popular shops where you can enjoy Modanyaki include Okonomiyaki Mizuno and Ippei. Modanyaki is a delightful Osaka dish with a unique twist on the classic Okonomiyaki.