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Fish Paste Egg Omelet
Elaine Fung
This omelet combines the creaminess of the eggs, the umami flavor of the fish paste, and the fresh crunchy green onions and coriander to make it a truly delicious meal.
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Prep Time
10
mins
Cook Time
15
mins
Total Time
25
mins
Course
Egg
Cuisine
Chinese
Servings
4
servings
Calories
257
kcal
Ingredients
250
Grams
Fish Paste
6
Eggs Beaten
1/4
Cup
Coriander Chopped
1/4
Cup
Green Onions Diced
1/2
Tsp
Fish Sauce
1/4
Tsp
White Pepper
2
Tbsp
Oil
Instructions
1. Add the fish paste into the beaten eggs, breaking up the fish paste and mixing it well into the egg mixture.
2. Add the fish sauce, white pepper, coriander, and green onions and combine well.
3. Add about 1/2 tsp oil into an 8-inch non-stick skillet and coat the pan evenly.
4. Heat over medium heat, then add a ladleful of omelet mixture into the skillet.
5. When the egg mixture begins to set but still looks moist, lift one-half of the omelet and fold it over.
6. Cook for 1 minute, flip it over and cook for another minute till slightly golden; remove onto a plate and keep warm.
7. Repeat with the rest of the egg mixture.
Notes
1. The fish sauce gives a distinctive salty flavor to this dish. However, it can be replaced with salt if preferred.