This easy and healthy 'Carrot Pancake' recipe uses a whole carrot and is as simple as mixing and baking. The umami from tuna and dashi stock creates a deep flavor, and it holds together well even with a small amount of flour. It's packed with nutrition and perfect for bento boxes or snacks.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients (2 servings)

  • 1 carrot (200g)
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 can tuna (drained)
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp dashi powder
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (to taste)

Steps

  1. Peel and finely shred 1 carrot (200g) into about 2mm thick strips. (Key Tip!) Shredding to 2mm thickness ensures it cooks through well and doesn't become tough.
  2. Chop 2 green onions into 3cm pieces.
  3. Place the shredded carrots, chopped green onions, and drained 1 can of tuna into a bowl. Shake the bowl to mix them together.
  4. Add 1 tsp dashi powder and 2 tbsp all-purpose flour to the bowl and shake to mix evenly.
  5. Once the flour is evenly distributed, add 1 beaten egg and mix. (Key Tip!) Mix thoroughly until the egg is distributed throughout the mixture to ensure it sets well when cooked.
  6. Heat vegetable oil (for frying) in a frying pan over medium heat.
  7. Spread the mixture into a circle about 20cm in diameter in the heated pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is browned.
  8. When the pancake can slide smoothly in the pan, carefully slide it onto a plate.
  9. Cover the frying pan with the plate and flip it over, returning the pancake to the pan. Reshape it into a circle if it has crumbled.
  10. Cook the other side until browned.
  11. Once both sides are browned, carefully transfer to a plate, being careful not to break the shape, and cut into desired portions.
  12. Arrange on a plate.
  13. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds (to taste) all over.
  14. It's delicious as is, but if you prefer more flavor, serve with salt, ponzu sauce, or your favorite condiments.
  15. (Optional) A mixture of vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper, called 'vinegar pepper', is also recommended.

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