5-Min Rice Paper Omelet Recipe

Rice Paper Omelet is a quick and crispy delight that disappears from the plate in minutes! With just 5 minutes and a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up this flavorful omelet that pairs perfectly with a sweet and sour dipping sauce. Perfect for a fast breakfast or snack.

Rice Paper Omelet Recipe

Serving: 1
Prep and cook time: 5 minutes

For the omelet:
10 small shrimp, deveined
Pinch of salt
Pinch of white pepper
1 sheet rice paper
1 large egg
1 ½ tablespoons scallions, chopped
1 tablespoon oil

For the sweet and sour dipping sauce:
1 cup water
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons water

Rice Paper Omelet Instructions

1. Season the shrimp:

• In a bowl, combine the deveined shrimp with salt and white pepper. Mix well and set aside.

2. Make the rice paper omelet:

• Heat a pan over medium heat and place one sheet of rice paper flat in the pan.
• Crack the egg in the center of the rice paper and spread it evenly.
• Add the seasoned shrimp and scallions on top of the egg.
• Using a spatula, carefully fold the rice paper in half over the filling.
• Add about 1 tablespoon of oil around the omelet to help crisp the rice paper.
• Cook until golden brown on both sides, flipping carefully to avoid tearing.

3. Make the dipping sauce:

• In a small pot over medium heat, combine water, rice vinegar, ketchup, sugar, and salt. Whisk and bring to a simmer.
• Mix the cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of water to create a slurry, then slowly pour into the simmering sauce.
• Stir continuously until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.

4. Serve:

• Serve the crispy rice paper omelet whole or cut in half, paired with the sweet and sour dipping sauce.

Tips & notes

• Rice paper texture: Using oil helps achieve that perfectly crispy texture on both sides.
• Shrimp prep: Make sure the shrimp are well seasoned to add savory flavor inside the omelet.
• Dipping sauce: Adjust sugar and vinegar to your taste for a sweeter or tangier sauce.
• Quick meal: This recipe is perfect when you need something fast but delicious.