Xiamen Omelet
Chinese Chinese - Fujian Min Cuisine

Xiamen Omelet

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 300g fresh rock oysters
  • • 120g sweet potato starch
  • • 3 eggs
  • • 2 spring onions, chopped
  • • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 tsp white pepper
  • • 150ml water
  • • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Drain the oysters and pat dry.

2
Phase 2

Whisk sweet potato starch with water, fish sauce, and white pepper into a thin batter.

3
Phase 3

Heat oil and cook the oysters briefly until their edges curl.

4
Phase 4

Pour the batter over the oysters and cook until it turns translucent and crisp.

5
Phase 5

Scatter with spring onions, pour over the beaten eggs, and flip gently.

6
Phase 6

Fry until golden on both sides and serve with sweet chilli sauce.