Telur Dadar ala RM Padang (Padang-Style Omelette)
Ingredients:
- 3 duck eggs
- 1 chicken egg
- 1/2 teaspoon all-purpose flour
- Chopped scallions, to taste
- 5 shallots
- 7 red bird’s eye chilies and red curly chilies
- Salt, to taste
- Cooking oil, as needed
Preparation Steps:
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Prepare the Spicy Mixture:
- Crush the chilies along with a pinch of salt to form a coarse paste.
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Mix the Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the duck eggs, chicken egg, chopped scallions, and sliced shallots.
- Add the chili paste and all-purpose flour into the bowl.
- Whisk the mixture thoroughly until all the ingredients are well combined. Adjust the seasoning with more salt if necessary.
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Fry the Omelette:
- Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, pour the egg mixture into the skillet, ensuring it spreads evenly.
- Cook until the bottom side is fully set and golden brown.
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Flip and Finish Cooking:
- Carefully transfer the partially cooked omelette to another pan with hot oil to fry the other side.
- Continue to cook until the entire omelette is golden brown and cooked through.
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Serve:
- Remove the omelette from the pan and let it drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
- Slice the omelette into pieces according to your preference and serve it warm.
Tips:
- The use of both duck and chicken eggs gives this omelette a richer flavor and a unique texture.
- Adjust the number of chilies according to your spice tolerance.
- Make sure to use enough oil to achieve a crispy texture on the outside while keeping the inside soft and fluffy.
Enjoy your Telur Dadar ala RM Padang, a spicy and flavorful omelette inspired by the culinary traditions of Padang!
