Description
A quick omelette with dried salted shrimp and chayote squash. Protein and vegetables all in one pan.
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 garlic cloves (peel and mince)
- 1/2 cup small dried salted shrimp (soak in water for 10 minutes, drain and rinse)
- 2 small chayote (peel, remove core, cut into matchsticks)
- 1 green onion/scallion (remove end, slice thinly)
Instructions
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Prepare Egg Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, black pepper, fish sauce, and sugar until well combined. Set aside.
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Sauté Aromatics and Shrimp: In a large non-stick skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and salted shrimp, sautéing until fragrant and lightly browned, about 1-2 minutes.
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Cook Chayote: Add the chayote to the skillet. Cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
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Add Eggs: Evenly pour the egg mixture over the chayote. Lower the heat to low and cook until the eggs are completely set, about 2-3 minutes.
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Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions over the top. Serve hot with steamed rice.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Eggs
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vietnamese