Asian Crab Omelet ( Omelette)

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 10
Savor the oriental taste of Asian Crab Omelet (Omelette) in the comfort of your home
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 long green chili , halved , seeds removed
1 cup fresh cooked crabmeat
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
6 green onions , thinly sliced
3 eggs
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon fish sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 cup snow pea sprouts ( see note ) or 1 cup pea shoots , trimmed ( see note )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
326
Sugar
4g
Fat
17g
Asian Crab Omelet will make you experience an explosion of flavors in your mouth. The dish has a perfect balance of protein, spices, and vegetables. The dish is easy to prepare, it's perfect for a healthy breakfast option to start your day. It is a dish that you would find in a local street food stall or a fine-dining restaurant, it won't disappoint you with its flavors. The dish is versatile, it's easy to tweak the recipe to your liking by adding your favorite vegetables or seasoning blend without compromising on the delicate crab flavor.

Instructions

1.Chop half the green chili and mix with the crabmeat, ginger and all but 1 tablespoon of the sliced onions.
2.Spit the remaining chili half and slice it thinly.
3.Beat the eggs in a bowl with the soy, fish and oyster sauces.
4.Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the egg mixture and swirl to coat the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the edges set. Use a spatula to lift the edge of the omelette and let the uncooked egg run underneath, cooking for 2 minutes or until set.
5.Spoon the crab mixture over half the omelette and scatter with snow pea sprouts and remaining sliced onion
6.Fold omelette over filling and slide onto a plate. Scatter with sliced chili, if using, and serve immediately.

PROS

This dish is high in protein and a good source of omega-3 fatty acids.
Crabmeat is low in fat and contains essential minerals like magnesium, zinc, and calcium.
Pea sprouts are a good source of antioxidants and vitamin C, and ginger is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

It’s a quick and easy dish to make and perfect for a healthy breakfast option.

CONS

Eggs are high in cholesterol, so this dish should be consumed in moderation if you have high cholesterol levels.
Crabmeat can be expensive and not always easily available.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Asian Crab Omelet has a lot of nutritional benefits. Crabmeat is low in fat and high in protein which helps to build and repair body tissues, while its omega-3 content helps in maintaining a healthy heart. Peas and pea sprouts are packed with antioxidants that work to boost the immune system, while ginger is a natural anti-inflammatory which can help soothe irritated stomachs. Finally, eggs are also a good source of protein in addition to containing essential vitamins and minerals.

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