Fried Oyster (Cheng Ji) | Singapore Hawker Street Food

oysters

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: clams

Mushrooms provide a similar texture while being lower in cholesterol.

sweet potato starch

🥗Healthier: cornstarch

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Cornstarch is a healthier alternative and all-purpose flour is more accessible.

Shuck the oysters and set aside in a bowl.

Mix sweet potato starch with water to form a batter.

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Pour the batter into the pan and spread evenly.

Add the oysters on top of the batter and cook until edges are crispy, about 3-4 minutes.

Crack eggs over the oysters and let cook until set, about 2-3 minutes.

Sprinkle chopped green onions over the top.

Carefully flip the omelette to cook the other side until golden, about 2-3 minutes.

Serve hot with soy sauce, chili sauce, and lime wedges.

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