Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 2 to 3 fresh eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Fat
- 1 tablespoon butter (or olive oil for dairy-free version)
Fillings (optional)
- Cheese (cheddar, feta, goat cheese, or mozzarella), grated or crumbled
- Vegetables (mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, bell peppers), chopped
- Meats (ham, bacon, smoked salmon), cooked and chopped
- Fresh herbs (chives, parsley, dill), chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop all fillings, grate cheese, and measure seasonings. Beat eggs gently with salt, pepper, and optional milk or cream until combined but not frothy.
- Heat the Pan: Place a non-stick pan over medium-low heat and melt butter, ensuring a moderate temperature to cook the eggs evenly without browning too fast.
- Cook the Eggs: Pour the beaten eggs into the pan. Let sit for a few seconds, then gently stir with a spatula in small circles, pushing cooked edges toward the center while letting uncooked eggs flow underneath.
- Add Fillings: When eggs are mostly set but slightly wet on top, evenly sprinkle your chosen fillings over one half of the omelette.
- Fold and Finish: Carefully fold the omelette in half over the fillings using a spatula. Cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute until cheese melts and eggs are fully set but tender.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for best texture and flavor.
- Cook on medium-low heat to avoid browning and maintain fluffiness.
- Beat eggs gently; overbeating can cause rubbery texture.
- Use a high-quality non-stick pan for easier folding and flipping.
- Add fillings when eggs are mostly set to prevent sogginess.
- Butter adds flavor and color, while oil helps prevent burning at higher heat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 omelette
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
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