Mussel and Bean Sprout Pancake

Hoy tod is the sister dish to pad Thai, and those who know, know. This dish is classic Bangkok street food at its best, a true and dynamic definition of Thai street food for Thai people. The recipe begins with plump mussels. A runny rice flour batter is poured over the shellfish and spread thin so that it immediately crisps up over a hot, well-oiled wok. The edges of this pancake and omelet hybrid become super crunchy while the center is filled with softened bean sprouts. The batter also ha