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Thai Spicy Omelette with Basil over Rice

Cultural Context

Originating from Thailand, the Spicy Omelette with Basil is a beloved street food dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed for breakfast or as a quick meal, it reflects the Thai approach to cooking, emphasizing fresh ingredients and bold spices. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Thailand, often adapted in various countries to suit local tastes while maintaining its core essence.

ThaiTHmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
10 g basil leaves
2 red chilies, cut into small pieces
2 eggs
A little ground white pepper
1/2 teaspoon oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon fish sauce
1/4 teaspoon chicken stock powder
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 cup steamed rice

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce is easier to find and offers a similar umami flavor.

Thai basil

🥗Healthier: sweet basil

💰Cheaper: regular basil

Sweet basil is more accessible and has a milder flavor.

white rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: quinoa

Brown rice adds fiber while quinoa is often more affordable.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: paprika

Bell peppers reduce heat while adding color and sweetness.

1

In a mixing bowl, crack in the eggs. Season with little ground white pepper, oyster sauce, fish sauce and chicken stock powder. Using a fork to beat the ingredients until combined.

2

Stir in the red chilies for about 10 seconds.

3

In a flying pan on low heat, pour in the cooking oil.

4

Once the cooking oil is hot, pour in the eggs mixture and wait until the eggs set is almost cooked.

5

Place basil leaves onto the eggs.

6

Fold the eggs into half with a spatula. Cook the eggs until golden brown on both sides.

7

Place the steam rice into a serving plate and transfer the Omelette on it. Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Khai JeowThai Basil Omelette

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