Hoy Tod

Spice Level

Description

Hoy Tod is a crispy mussel omelette, one of the most popular street food dishes in Bangkok. A batter of rice flour and tapioca is poured onto a hot griddle with fresh mussels and eggs. Everything is fried until the edges are ultra-crispy and the center is soft. Served with bean sprouts and a sweet chili sauce. The "Or Suan" version is softer, while Hoy Tod is intentionally crispy.

History & Origin

Hoy Tod is a dish of Teochew Chinese origin, adapted by Bangkok's Sino-Thai community. Hoy Tod vendors are wok artists, mastering temperature and timing for the perfect crispy texture. Yaowarat (Chinatown) and night markets are the best places to enjoy it.

Main Ingredients

• Garlic
• Rice flour
• Huile végétale
• Mussels
• Eggs
• Tapioca