Takoyaki pan

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Takoyaki pan with 16 molds
Takoyaki pan with 16 molds

A takoyaki pan (たこ焼き器 takoyakiki?) or—much more rarely— (たこ焼き鍋 takoyaki-nabe?) is a type of heavy frying pan used in Japanese cookery. It is typically made of cast iron with half-spherical molds used to make takoyaki, a traditional octopus ball snack. The heavy iron evenly heats the takoyaki. Commercial gas-fueled takoyaki cookers are used at Japanese festivals or by street vendors. For home use, electric versions resembling a hotplate; stovetop versions are also available.

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