By eatmundo · August 4, 2026
🇲🇾AI-generated imageSame ingredients, elsewhere in the world
6 matchesDishes from other countries' kitchens, made from the same core ingredients as Telur Dadar Cincalok. The percentage is the share of ingredients the two recipes have in common.
Caramelized Pork Belly with Dried Shrimp (Thit Kho Tom)In Vietnam · same ingredients57%
Vietnamese Braised Pork with EggsIn Vietnam · same ingredients57%
Mu Kua Klua (Pork Stir-Fry with Salt)In Thailand · same ingredients55%
A rustic and hearty Malaysian-style omelet packed with savory aromatics and textures. This simple dish transforms basic eggs into a flavorful meal that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Telur Dadar Cincalok from another cuisine is Caramelized Pork Belly with Dried Shrimp (Vietnam): the two share 57% of their ingredients.
Ingredients
tick what you already have - the rest goes on your shopping listHow to Make It
- 1
Finely mince the shallots, garlic, and dried shrimp so they distribute evenly in the eggs.
- 2
In a bowl, crack the 4 eggs and whisk them with the minced aromatics, the 30 g cincalok and the fish sauce until evenly combined.
- 3
Add a pinch of salt to the mixture; the cincalok and dried shrimp are already salty, so go easy.
- 4
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 5
Pour in the egg mixture and let it cook undisturbed for 1 minute 30 seconds, until the edges are firm and the top is mostly set.
- 6
Scatter the bean sprouts over the center and carefully fold the omelet in half.
- 7
Cook for another 1 minute until the center is firm but still moist to the touch.
- 8
Slide onto a plate and serve immediately while the bean sprouts are still slightly crunchy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telur Dadar Cincalok?
Telur Dadar Cincalok is a Malaysian omelet, especially loved in Melaka, made by pan-frying beaten eggs with cincalok (fermented tiny shrimp), shallots, garlic, dried shrimp and bean sprouts. It is typically served as a savory side dish at lunch or dinner.
Do I need to soak the shrimp?
If they are very dry and hard, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes before mincing.
Can I add other vegetables?
Absolutely, chopped spring onions or bird eye chilis work beautifully with the base.
How do I keep the bean sprouts crunchy?
Add them right before folding so they only get a brief steam inside the egg.
Is fish sauce essential?
It adds a depth of umami that salt alone cannot provide.
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