World Flavors Cookbook

Kai Jeow Moo Sab (Thai Minced Pork Omelet)

A humble but beloved Thai comfort food — an airy, crispy-edged omelet stuffed with savory minced pork and seasoned with fish sauce.

Cuisine: Thailand

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 100g minced pork
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1/2 tsp lime juice (helps make it airy)
• 1 scallion, sliced
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil for deep-frying

Instructions

1. Whisk eggs, minced pork, fish sauce, lime juice, and scallions in a bowl until frothy.
2. Heat oil in a wok or small pan until very hot (shimmering).
3. Pour the egg mixture in from a height of about 6 inches to create bubbles.
4. Flip once the bottom is golden and crispy (about 2 minutes).
5. Cook the other side for 1 minute.
6. Drain on paper towels and serve over hot jasmine rice with Sriracha sauce.