Simple and Delicious Fried Egg with Sweet Soy Sauce
Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 shallot, thinly sliced
- 1/2 large red chili pepper, thinly sliced
- Bird’s eye chili, to taste
- 1 stalk green onion, sliced
- Cabbage, as needed
- Sweet soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Cooking oil
Instructions:
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Prepare the Fried Egg: Start by frying the egg. Season it lightly with salt and a few slices of garlic. Once cooked, set it aside.
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Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat a small amount of cooking oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallots, sautéing until they become fragrant.
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Add Heat and Flavor: Incorporate the sliced red chili and bird’s eye chili if using. Stir in the sweet soy sauce and oyster sauce. Season with black pepper and adjust salt to taste.
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Cook the Cabbage: Add the cabbage to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the sauce and cook until the cabbage is tender. No additional water is needed; the cabbage should cook in its own moisture.
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Combine Egg and Cabbage: Gently place the fried egg into the skillet, allowing it to soak up the flavors from the sauce and blend with the cabbage. Cook until the cabbage is fully cooked or remains slightly crisp, based on your preference.
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Serve: Spoon the egg and cabbage mixture over a bed of steamed white rice.
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Enjoy: Your flavorful meal is ready to brighten your day. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious combination!
This recipe creates a delightful and quick meal that pairs perfectly with a bowl of steamed rice, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying breakfast or a quick dinner.
