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Hoi Tod from Thailand

Hoi Tod

Crispy mussel or oyster omelette with bean sprouts. ยท Thailand

๐Ÿ“ Bangkok โ˜… 4.4
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Reviewed by the WhatWhereVacay editorial team

Crispy mussel or oyster omelette with bean sprouts.

About Hoi Tod

Mussels or oysters are fried into a crisp, lacy batter with egg and bean sprouts, then served with sriracha. It is a popular Thai-Chinese street dish, crunchy at the edges and soft within.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ History & Culture

Hoi tod is a Thai-Chinese street food that evolved from the oyster omelettes brought by Chinese immigrants, particularly from the Fujian and Chaozhou regions. Its origins are debated, but the dish clearly merges wok-cooking techniques with Thai ingredients like sriracha and fresh herbs, creating a crispy-edged, custardy center that is a beloved late-night snack in Bangkok.

Regional variations exist across Thailand, with some vendors using mussels instead of oysters and adjusting the batter's crispiness or the amount of bean sprouts. While it is most associated with bustling markets and night stalls, hoi tod also reflects the broader cultural exchange between Chinese culinary traditions and Thai coastal seafood, making it a modest but iconic symbol of the nation's hybrid street-food heritage.

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Hoi Tod โ€” frequently asked questions

What is Hoi Tod?

Mussels or oysters are fried into a crisp, lacy batter with egg and bean sprouts, then served with sriracha. It is a popular Thai-Chinese street dish, crunchy at the edges and soft within.

What is Hoi Tod made of?

Hoi Tod is made with mussels, egg, rice flour, bean sprouts and sriracha.

Where does Hoi Tod come from?

Hoi Tod comes from Thailand, and is especially associated with Bangkok. Hoi tod is a Thai-Chinese street food that evolved from the oyster omelettes brought by Chinese immigrants, particularly from the Fujian and Chaozhou regions.

Where can I eat Hoi Tod?

A Bangkok street stall, crisp off the flat griddle.

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