Discover how to make a delicious Oyster Omelette (Orh Luak), a popular Asian dish featuring a starchy, crispy omelette loaded with fresh oysters. Perfectly paired with a spicy chili sauce, this recipe brings the authentic taste of street food right to your kitchen. Learn step-by-step how to create this savory treat that’s both satisfying and flavorful.

Ingredients:

- Fresh oysters: 12-15, cleaned and drained

- Eggs: 4, beaten

- Tapioca flour: 2 tablespoons

- Cornstarch: 1 tablespoon

- Water: 1/2 cup

- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced

- Green onions: 2, chopped

- Oil: 3 tablespoons (for frying)

- Salt: To taste

- Black pepper: To taste

- Chili sauce: For serving

Instructions:

Prepare the Batter:

  - In a bowl, mix the tapioca flour, cornstarch, and water until smooth. This will be your batter.

Cook the Garlic:

  - Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant and golden brown.

Add the Oysters:

  - Add the oysters to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are just cooked through. Remove them from the pan and set aside.

Cook the Omelette:

  - In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. Pour in the beaten eggs and cook until they start to set, about 2 minutes.

  - Spread the batter evenly over the eggs and let it cook until the edges start to crisp up.

Add Oysters and Green Onions:

  - Place the cooked oysters and chopped green onions evenly over one half of the omelette.

Fold and Finish:

  - Gently fold the omelette in half and press down lightly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the omelette is golden and crispy.

Serve:

  - Transfer the omelette to a plate and serve hot with a side of spicy chili sauce.

Enjoy your homemade Oyster Omelette, a delectable fusion of textures and flavors!

Nutritional values

Fresh Oysters

 - Calories: 73

 - Protein: 9g

 - Carbohydrates: 3g

 - Fat: 1g

Benefits:

 - High in protein and essential minerals such as zinc, iron, and selenium.

 - Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin B12.

 - Supports immune health and may improve heart health.

Eggs

 - Calories: 72

 - Protein: 6g

 - Carbohydrates: 0.6g

 - Fat: 5g

Benefits:

 - Excellent source of high-quality protein.

 - Provides essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin D, B12, and choline.

 - Supports muscle health and brain function.

Tapioca Flour

 - Calories: 110

 - Protein: 0g

 - Carbohydrates: 28g

 - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

 - Provides a gluten-free option for thickening or binding.

 - Easily digestible and a good source of carbohydrates.

Cornstarch

 - Calories: 120

 - Protein: 0g

 - Carbohydrates: 30g

 - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

 - Used as a thickening agent for sauces and soups.

 - Provides a source of carbohydrates, though it's low in other nutrients.

Water

 - Calories: 0

 - Protein: 0g

 - Carbohydrates: 0g

 - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

 - Essential for hydration and maintaining bodily functions.

 - Used to adjust the consistency of the batter or mixture.

Garlic

 - Calories: 4

 - Protein: 0.2g

 - Carbohydrates: 1g

 - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

 - Contains compounds with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

 - Supports immune function and may improve heart health.

Green Onions

 - Calories: 6

 - Protein: 0.3g

 - Carbohydrates: 1.5g

 - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

 - Provides vitamins A and C, and small amounts of calcium and iron.

 - Adds flavor and may have antimicrobial properties.

Oil

 - Calories: 120

 - Protein: 0g

 - Carbohydrates: 0g

 - Fat: 14g

Benefits:

 - Provides essential fatty acids.

 - Adds flavor and aids in frying.

Salt

 - Calories: 0

 - Protein: 0g

 - Carbohydrates: 0g

 - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

 - Enhances flavor.

 - Important for electrolyte balance when used in moderation.

Black Pepper

 - Calories: 6

 - Protein: 0.2g

 - Carbohydrates: 1.5g

 - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

 - Contains piperine, which may aid in digestion and have antioxidant properties.

 - Adds flavor and can enhance the bioavailability of certain nutrients.

Chili Sauce

 - Calories: 10

 - Protein: 0g

 - Carbohydrates: 2g

 - Fat: 0g

Benefits:

 - Adds spice and flavor.

 - May contain vitamins and antioxidants depending on the ingredients used.