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Kai Jeow (Thai Omelette)

Name: Kai Jeow (Thai Omelette)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: thai
Ingredients: 4 pcs egg; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 0.5 tsp lime juice; 0.5 tsp sugar; 1 pcs green onion thinly sliced; 0.5 pcs bird's eye chili thinly sliced (optional); 0.5 cup vegetable oil

This quick and fluffy Thai-style omelette is a staple for breakfast or a light meal. It's characterized by its crispy edges and soft interior, often served over rice. This vegetarian version uses a common substitute for fish sauce.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 10 min
Serves: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 240 kcal

Vegetarian

Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

4 pcsegg
1 tbspsoy sauce
0.5 tsplime juice
0.5 tspsugar
1 pcsgreen onion, thinly sliced
0.5 pcsbird's eye chili, thinly sliced(optional)
0.5 cupvegetable oil

Equipment

mixing bowl · whisk · non-stick pan

The method

Step by step

1
Crack the eggs into a medium bowl.
2
Add the soy sauce, lime juice, and sugar to the eggs.
3
Whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is frothy and well combined.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Whisking well creates a fluffy omelette.
4
Stir in the green onion and bird's eye chili, if using.
5
Heat the vegetable oil in a 20-25cm non-stick pan or wok over medium-high heat until very hot, almost smoking.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Using enough hot oil is key to achieving a crispy exterior.
6
Pour the egg mixture into the hot oil in one swift motion.
Cook’s note: The edges should crisp up immediately.
7
Cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Allowing it to cook without moving helps create the signature crispy texture.
8
Carefully flip the omelette and cook for another 30-60 seconds until the other side is lightly golden.
About 1 min
9
Remove the omelette from the pan and drain any excess oil on a paper towel-lined plate.
10
Serve immediately, traditionally with steamed jasmine rice.

Per serving

Nutrition

68%Score

Calories: 239.8kcal
Protein: 14.9g
Carbs: 3.2g
Fat: 18.7g
Fibre: 0.3g
Sugar: 2.4g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store any leftover omelette in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Gently reheat in a dry pan over low heat until warmed through, or microwave briefly.