oyster cake

English

Pronunciation

  • (Philippines) IPA(key): [ˈɔɪ.steɾ keɪk], [ˈɔɪ.steɾ kʰeɪk]

Noun

oyster cake (plural oyster cakes)

  1. (Philippines) A Chinese oyster dish similar to an omelette or pancake, where oysters are pan-fried and caked in beaten eggs mixed with tapioca starch or sweet potato starch, spring onion, garlic chives, salt, pepper, etc, originating from Southern Fujian.
    Synonym: oyster omelette (Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong)

Usage notes

  • Ingredients, cooking style, and condiments may vary depending on the chef.
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