Fried Oyster Rolls (蚵仔捲)
蚵仔捲 (Fried Oyster Rolls) is a popular street food in Taiwan, featuring crispy fried oysters wrapped in a thin, chewy crepe. This dish is a delicious combination of savory and crunchy textures, perfect for a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/2 pound fresh oysters, shucked
- 1/2 cup potato starch
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, water, salt, and white pepper to make the crepe batter. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Coat the shucked oysters with potato starch.
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Dip the oysters in the crepe batter and carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried oysters from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Roll each fried oyster in a thin crepe and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Frying pan Bowl Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the fried oyster rolls with a side of sweet and sour dipping sauce for a burst of flavor.
Tips & tricks
Make sure the oil is hot enough to achieve a crispy texture on the oysters.
Cost
$15