Crab Omelette is a little extravagant. However, when you have tried the succulent fresh crab meat with a soft omelette it will become a favourite. The scallions add a little crunch while the chile pepper gives a lovely mild heat. Nothing overpowers any other ingredient making this a superb breakfast or brunch full of balanced flavour. Let face it, you can cook enough for 4 people in only 10 minutes. Ideal for those in a rush who still want a flavoursome dish. This is one of those dishes that must be experienced as the textures and flavours are a perfect combination.
Crab Omelette
A little extravagance is a good thing and fresh crab meat in an omelette is definitely worth it. The softness of the crab compliments the omelette perfectly.
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Add to CollectionServings: 4 people
Calories: 58kcal
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 tbsp peanut oil 15 ml
- 2 large scallions thinly sliced
- 1 large chile pepper finely sliced
- 6 oz crab meat
- 1 tbsp fish sauce 15 ml
- 1 pinch Salt to taste
- 1 pinch ground white pepper to taste
Instructions
- Beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet over moderate heat.
- Sauté the scallions and chile pepper, stirring frequently, for a minute or two.
- Add the crab meat and fish sauce and cook an additional 1 or 3 minutes.
- Remove this mixture to a small plate.
- Add more oil to the pan if necessary.
- Pour the beaten eggs into the same pan and cook, using a fork to draw the cooked eggs away from the edge of the pan and allowing the uncooked eggs to flow back towards the edge.
- Cook until firmly set on the bottom and creamy on top.
- Spoon the crab mixture down the center of the omelet and fold it in half.
- Turn the omelet onto a heated serving platter.
Nutrition
Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 615mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.5g
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