Spicy Lychee & Kopi Sweet Omelette
This is an adventurous Indonesian breakfast dish that melds the sweet, floral notes of lychees with the rich, slightly bitter taste of kopi (Indonesian coffee). A hint of chili adds a warming kick, all wrapped within a fluffy, eggy omelette.
Prep Time
45 min
Difficulty
Hard
Servings
2
Calories
350 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Kopi syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the kopi o, palm sugar, and water. Heat gently over medium-low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly into a syrup. Remove from heat and let cool.
~5 min - 2
Prepare the lychees: Peel and pit the fresh lychees. Finely chop 5 of the lychees and set aside. Slightly mash the remaining 5 lychees to create a chunkier texture.
~5 min - 3
Prepare the chili paste: Finely mince the bird's eye chili. If you prefer less heat, remove the seeds. Mix the minced chili with the chopped lychees and a pinch of salt.
~2 min - 4
Whisk the eggs: In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined and slightly frothy. Stir in the cooled kopi syrup and the remaining salt.
~3 min - 5
Cook the omelette: Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Pour half of the egg mixture into the pan and cook for about 2 minutes until the edges start to set.
~2 min - 6
Add fillings: Spoon half of the mashed lychees and half of the chili-lychee mixture onto one half of the omelette. Carefully fold the other half of the omelette over the filling.
~1 min - 7
Continue cooking: Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the omelette is cooked through and the filling is warmed. Slide the omelette onto a serving plate.
~2 min - 8
Repeat: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of coconut oil to the frying pan and repeat steps 5-7 with the remaining egg mixture and fillings for the second omelette.
~10 min
Tips
- For a milder spicy kick, use only half a chili or a less potent variety. The lychee chunks add texture and bursts of sweetness, so don't over-mash them.
- This dish is best served immediately. If you have leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day, but the texture will be compromised.
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