Thai Sweet and Sour Fried Egg (Kai Look Keay)

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 2

Thai Sweet and Sour Fried Egg (Kai Look Keay) recipe for a flavorful Thai-style breakfast

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

389

Sugar

38g

Fat

27g

The Thai Sweet and Sour Fried Egg (Kai Look Keay) is a popular breakfast dish in Thailand that is loved for its unique combination of flavors. The dish consists of deep-fried hard-boiled eggs that are served with a sweet and sour tamarind sauce and crispy fried shallots. This dish is perfect for those who love Thai cuisine and are looking for a new breakfast option that is both satisfying and flavorful.

Instructions

1.	Heat the cooking oil in a wok or deep frying pan over high heat.
2.	Add the hard-boiled eggs and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
3.	Remove the eggs from the pan and set aside.
4.	In a separate pan, heat the tamarind paste and sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.
5.	Add the fried shallots to the tamarind sauce and stir to combine.
6.	Pour the sauce over the fried eggs and serve immediately.

PROS

The Thai Sweet and Sour Fried Egg (Kai Look Keay) is a simple yet flavorful breakfast option that is perfect for those who love Thai cuisine.

The dish is high in protein and suitable for those following a low-carb or keto diet.

CONS

The dish is deep-fried, which makes it high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggs are a great source of protein and contain essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D, choline, and selenium.
Tamarind is rich in antioxidants and has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.

	6 -8 eggs hard-boiled eggs
	3 cups cooking oil
	1 cup sugar
	2 tablespoons tamarind paste
	1/2 cup small red shallot ( fried )
	1/2 teaspoon salt ( optional )