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Hoy tod, Thai mussel omelette over bean sprouts

Hoy tod is a crispy Thai omelette made with mussels, eggs and rice flour, served over a bed of bean sprouts. It takes 30 minutes for 4 people, counts as an easy recipe, and costs about €3.50 per person. The key is letting the batter form a crust undisturbed before breaking it into pieces.

Tonight, a hoy tod, that Thai mussel omelette, crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, served over bean sprouts.

Hoy tod, Thai mussel omelette over bean sprouts
Total time
30 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€3.50
Calories per person
550 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Hoy tod plays on the contrast between a crispy golden edge and a soft, custardy center where the mussels and eggs stay tender. Fish sauce and sriracha bring the salty heat typical of Thai street food, while the bean sprouts underneath keep their crunch thanks to a quick flash fry.

This is a great weeknight recipe when you want to break away from the usual routine, with no special equipment or hard to find ingredients. It also works well for guests curious about Thai cooking, as long as they enjoy seafood and a bit of heat.

The ingredients

4 people

Fish counter

  • Cooked shelled mussels 400 g

Dairy

  • Eggs 4

Pantry

  • Rice flour 80 g
  • Cornstarchoften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Fish sauce 2 tbsp
  • Sriracha sauce 2 tbsp
  • White pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Neutral oiloften in the pantry 8 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Fruits and vegetables

  • Bean sprouts 250 g
  • Green onion 3
  • Garlic 2 cloves

Allergens Mollusks, Eggs, Fish, Soy

The step by step recipe

  1. Mix the rice flour, cornstarch, a glass of water, fish sauce and pepper into a smooth, runny batter.

    Let it rest for five minutes, the batter turns lighter.

  2. Heat half the oil in a large nonstick pan, pour in the batter and let the crust form. 3 min

    The base should release on its own before you touch anything.

  3. Add the mussels on top of the omelette, crack the eggs over them and spread them out, then carefully flip the pieces. 4 min

    Break the omelette into large pieces with the spatula, that's the whole spirit of the dish.

  4. Quickly stir fry the bean sprouts with the garlic and a little oil over high heat. 2 min

    The less they cook, the crunchier they stay.

  5. Plate the omelette over the bean sprouts, scatter with green onion and serve with sriracha.

    Eat right away, the crispiness doesn't last long.

Our tips to get it right

  • Heat the pan thoroughly before pouring in the batter, otherwise it sticks and the edge won't crisp up properly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan with mussels, a thin layer lets the batter cook evenly and crust on both sides.
  • Prep every ingredient before you start cooking, since the process moves fast once the batter hits the pan and there's no time to chop anything mid recipe.

The variations

  • Swap the mussels for peeled shrimp for a milder version that cooks just as fast.
  • For a vegetarian version, skip the mussels and fish sauce, use soy sauce instead and add sliced mushrooms.
  • For kids, cut the sriracha down to one tablespoon and serve the hot sauce on the side so everyone can adjust it themselves.

What to serve it with

  • A bowl of steamed jasmine rice
  • A light Thai lemon soup
  • Unsweetened iced tea

Storage

Hoy tod is best eaten right off the pan, since it loses its crispiness as it cools. If you have leftovers, store them in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 day and reheat in a hot pan to bring back some texture. Freezing isn't recommended, the egg and mussels won't hold up well.

Questions about this dish

Can I use wheat flour instead of rice flour?

Rice flour gives hoy tod its signature crispiness, wheat flour makes the omelette softer and less crunchy. The dish still tastes good with wheat flour, but it loses some of its character.

Can I make the batter ahead of time?

Yes, you can mix the batter a few hours ahead and keep it in the fridge. Let it sit out briefly before cooking so it isn't too cold when it hits the pan.

How do I know when to flip the omelette?

The bottom should release easily from the pan when you slide a spatula under it, which means the crust has formed. If it sticks, give it another minute without forcing it.

Can I use fresh mussels instead of cooked shelled mussels?

Yes, but you need to cook and shell them first before adding them to the batter. Plan on about 500g of fresh mussels in their shells to get the 400g of meat you need.

How long does it take to make a hoy tod, a Thai mussel omelette served over bean sprouts?

Count 30 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “easy”.

How many calories are in a hoy tod, a Thai mussel omelette served over bean sprouts?

About 550 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a hoy tod, a Thai mussel omelette served over bean sprouts cost?

About €3.50 per serving, or €14.00 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains mollusks, eggs, fish, soy. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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