Hong Kong Style French Toast
A classic Hong Kong tea restaurant snack that makes for a perfect, quick, and nutritious breakfast on cold mornings, loved by both adults and children.
Story
As the weather grows colder, preparing a warm and nutritious breakfast for the kids on a busy morning becomes a comforting priority. A beloved classic from Hong Kong tea restaurants, this French toast is an absolute favorite for both adults and children alike. Fried to a beautiful, vibrant golden brown using fresh free-range eggs, it offers a delightful contrast of a crispy exterior and a wonderfully soft, comforting inside.
Ingredients
Toast
2 slices
Ham slices
2 slices
Cheese
1 slice
Egg
1
Celery
Instructions
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Step 1
Ingredients picture. Prepare the toast, ham slices, and cheese. Beat the eggs and set aside.
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Step 2
Trim a little off the edge of the round ham slice, and place it on a slice of toast.
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Step 3
Place the cheese slice on top of the ham.
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Step 4
Trim both sides of another ham slice and lay it on top of the cheese.
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Step 5
Cover with another slice of toast.
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Step 6
Cut off the crusts of the toast. (You can dip the cut-off crusts in the remaining egg mixture and fry them in a pan after the French toast is done. They are crispy and especially delicious!)
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Step 7
Place it in the egg mixture and coat both sides evenly.
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Step 8
Place it in a flat-bottomed pan and pan-fry both sides until golden brown.
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Step 9
Remove from the pan, cut into triangles, and arrange on a plate. Garnish with chopped celery and serve.
