Author Notes
Growing up, we never had the traditional sweet french toast. Our dad always made us this savory Thai version of french toast, a breakfast his mom always made for him in Thailand. A few simple ingredients with some Thai flavors makes this an easy, delicious, and interesting breakfast, lunch, or appetizer. —Double Helping
Ingredients
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4
Slices of Hearty Country Bread, Challah, Brioce, or just plain white bread about 1-inch thick
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12
Shrimp
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2
Eggs
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2 tablespoons
Fish Sauce
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2
Green Onions
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2 tablespoons
Cilantro, plus extra for garnish
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1/2 teaspoon
Garlic Powder
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1/4 teaspoon
Ground Black Pepper
Directions
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Chop the shrimp into 1/4 inch thick pieces until it turns into a paste.
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In a separate bowl, beat eggs. Add shrimp, fish sauce, green onions, cilantro, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until combined.
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Add oil to a large skillet. Heat over medium heat.
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Dip the bread in shrimp/egg mixture to coat on both sides.
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Lay each slice into the skillet. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
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Set the toast on a serving dishes. Garnish with cilantro.
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