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Okonomiyaki Corn on the Cob

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Grilled
  • Cuisine: Japanese Fusion
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A flavorful twist on classic grilled corn, this Okonomiyaki Corn on the Cob combines smoky, juicy corn with tangy sauce, creamy mayo, and savory toppings for a street-food-inspired treat.


Ingredients

  • Corn on the Cob: 4 ears, husked
  • Okonomiyaki Sauce: 4 tablespoons
  • Japanese Mayonnaise: 3 tablespoons
  • Green Onions: 2 stalks, finely sliced
  • Bonito Flakes: 2 tablespoons
  • Furikake or Aonori: 1 tablespoon (optional)
  • Neutral Oil: 1 tablespoon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates or pan.
  2. Prepare toppings by slicing green onions and setting sauces ready.
  3. Brush each ear of corn with neutral oil to help it char evenly.
  4. Grill the corn for 8–10 minutes, turning every couple of minutes until lightly charred all over.
  5. While still hot, brush each cob generously with okonomiyaki sauce.
  6. Drizzle with Japanese mayo, then top with green onions, bonito flakes, and furikake if using.
  7. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use squeeze bottles for precise mayo drizzle.
  • Try adding togarashi or sesame seeds for extra flavor.
  • Leftover corn can be sliced off and added to rice or salads.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ear
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 390mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: okonomiyaki corn, Japanese street food, grilled corn recipe, fusion corn, summer BBQ corn, umami corn on the cob