Vietnamese shrimp omelette, or Trứng Chiên Tôm , is a simple but flavorful dish that reflects the light and balanced flavors of Vietnamese cuisine. Easy to prepare, it is often served with rice and makes a quick and delicious meal.
Preparation time5 mins
Cooking time5 mins
Total time10 mins
Difficulty: beginner
Servings:2
Description
Ingredients
4 eggs
8 peeled raw shrimp
2tbsp finely chopped chives
1Tbsp fish sauce
1/4tsp ground black pepper
1tbsp vegetable oil (or coconut oil for more flavor)
Preparation
1
Prepare the shrimp:
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Shell and devein the shrimp if you haven't already done so. Cut them into small pieces.
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Mix the ingredients:
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In a large bowl, crack the eggs and beat them. Add the chopped shrimp, chives, fish sauce, and black pepper. Mix everything well so that the ingredients are well distributed.
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Cooking :
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Heat the oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, pour the egg and shrimp mixture into the pan.
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Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom is nicely browned, then flip the omelette (or fold if that's easier). Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes on the other side.
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Serve :
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Once the omelette is cooked, remove it from the pan and place it on a plate. Serve with white rice and possibly a spicy sauce or a little fish sauce on the side.
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Advice :
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For added flavor, you can marinate the shrimp in a little ginger or garlic before adding them to the eggs.
