Oyster Omelette

Name: Oyster Omelette
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Ingredients: 8 oz shucked oysters (fresh or canned), drained; 4 large eggs; 3 tbsp cornstarch; 6 tbsp water; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp white pepper; 6 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking); 4 scallions, chopped; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp chili sauce or sriracha; 1 tbsp hoisin sauce

A crispy, golden omelette studded with tender oysters and spring onions, served with a savory-sweet dipping sauce. A street food gem that's trending for good reason.

25 minEasyServes 2380 cal/serving

TaiwaneseDinnerStovetopStandard

Ingredients

8 oz shucked oysters (fresh or canned), drained
4 large eggs
3 tbsp cornstarch
6 tbsp water
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp white pepper
6 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
4 scallions, chopped
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp chili sauce or sriracha
1 tbsp hoisin sauce

Instructions

1

Make the dipping sauce: whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp chili sauce or sriracha, and 1 tbsp hoisin sauce. Set aside.
2

In a bowl, beat 4 large eggs lightly.
3

Mix 3 tbsp cornstarch and 6 tbsp water until smooth to create the batter slurry.
4

Combine eggs, cornstarch slurry, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp white pepper.
5

Heat 6 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking) in a large skillet or wok over high heat until very hot and shimmering.
6

Working quickly, pour the batter mixture into the hot oil and immediately add 8 oz drained shucked oysters (fresh or canned) and 4 chopped scallions.
7

Let the bottom cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until crispy and golden.
8

Using a spatula, break the omelette into bite-sized pieces and toss to crisp up the edges, about 2-3 more minutes.
9

Transfer to a plate and serve immediately with the dipping sauce.

Questions

Can I make Oyster Omelette gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp hoisin sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Oyster Omelette keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within two days (seafood turns fast). Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Oyster Omelette?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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