Go Back
A vibrant Thai Crispy Egg Salad with golden fried eggs, fresh herbs, and cherry tomatoes in a white bowl.
Print Recipe

Thai Crispy Egg Salad (Yum Khai Dao)

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 345kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 large egg s
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1.5 tablespoons palm sugar, finely chopped
  • 3 Thai bird 's eye chilies, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/4 cup shallots , thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Chinese celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions

  • Whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, minced chilies, and garlic in a small bowl until the sugar is fully dissolved to create the dressing.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a wok or small deep skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to smoke slightly.
  • Crack one egg into a small bowl and carefully slide it into the hot oil; fry until the edges are dark brown, puffy, and crispy (approximately 2 minutes).
  • Flip the egg gently and cook for an additional 30 seconds ensuring the yolk remains somewhat soft, then drain on paper towels and repeat for the remaining eggs.
  • Cut the fried eggs into bite-sized wedges, typically 4 to 6 pieces per egg.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced shallots, cherry tomatoes, Chinese celery, and cilantro.
  • Add the crispy egg pieces to the mixing bowl and pour the dressing over the top.
  • Toss everything gently but thoroughly and serve immediately while the eggs retain their crisp texture.