oyster omelette

English

Alternative forms

  • oyster omelet

Noun

oyster omelette (plural oyster omelettes)

  1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see oyster,‎ omelette.
  2. (Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong) A Hokkien and Teochew oyster dish similar to an omelette or pancake, where oysters are pan-fried or deep-fried and caked in beaten (chicken or duck) eggs mixed with tapioca starch or sweet potato starch, spring onion, garlic chives, salt, pepper, etc, garnished with cilantro, originating from Southern Fujian and Chaoshan.
    Synonym: oyster cake (Philippines)

Usage notes

  • Ingredients, cooking style, and condiments vary per country down to the chef, whether following the Hokkien or Teochew style.
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