A white plate with okonomiyaki topped with sauces and bonito flakes sits beside a bottle of Kikkoman Teriyaki BBQ Sauce on a wooden table.

Okonomiyaki Tots

Serves 2
Total Time 15 minutes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes

About

These okonomiyaki tots are a fun, crispy twist on the classic Japanese street food favorite. Golden tater tots are topped with savory sauces, crunchy cabbage, and flavorful garnishes for the perfect bite-sized snack or appetizer. Great for anyone looking for creative tater tot recipes or Japanese-inspired comfort food, these loaded tots bring serious flavor and crunch.

Tips & Tricks

  • Tater tots can be air-fried, baked, or deep-fried depending on your preferred cooking method.
  • Pre-shredded cabbage helps cut down on prep time.
  • Finish with extra sauce and bonito flakes for even more okonomiyaki-inspired flavor.
  • Swap toppings based on what you have on hand, like green onions, sesame seeds, or spicy mayo.
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Ingredients

  • 5 oz Frozen Tater Tots
  • 1 cup Shredded Green Cabbage
  • 1 Scallion, thinly sliced
  • 2 Tbsp Kikkoman® Teriyaki BBQ Sauce, Gochujang Spicy Miso
  • 2 Tbsp Japanese Mayo
  • 2 tsp Furikake 
  • 1 Tbsp Bonito Flakes 

Directions

  1. Cook tots according to package instructions.
  2. Toss cabbage with scallions, massaging to soften.
  3. Toss crispy tots with slaw and arrange on plate.
  4. Drizzle with teriyaki sauce and mayo. Garnish with furikake and bonito flakes
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