Omelette

Omelette

10 min
If you have some eggs at home, an omelette is never far away. A perfect dish to top with vegetables, cheese, or other leftovers in the fridge.
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Instructions

  • Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
  • Fry the omelette on low heat in butter and rapeseed oil in a frying pan. Stir a few times with a spatula.
Enjoy!

Omelette

Should you add milk to an omelette?
A much-debated topic, many swear by milk (or cream) as their secret ingredient for the fluffiest and airiest result. Others believe milk makes the eggs tougher and watery. It all comes down to personal preference so experiment away!
Why do my omelettes fall apart?
Check the size of your pan. If it’s too big, the egg mixture will be spread too thin and either break when you fold it or, if you’re using a filling, not be able to hold the extra weight. Also make sure to give your egg mixture a few quick scrambles throughout the cooking process to help it cook evenly. Lastly, give your finished dish an extra 30 seconds to solidify before gently folding it over.
Do you flip or fold an omelette?
Always fold. It’s a delicate dish after all and a sudden flip is almost guaranteed to transform your round layer of perfection into scrambled eggs.
How do you make an omelette without it sticking?
It’s a three-part trick: pan, butter, and timing. A good quality non-stick pan is your biggest ally when preparing this dish. The next trick is to add butter (other fats like olive oil, ghee or even bacon grease also work well) and wait for the right temperature before pouring your eggs in (typically when the melting butter stops bubbling).

Ingredients

Eggs
4
Milk
4 tbsp
Salt
½ tsp
Pepper
½ pinch
Butter & rapeseed oil
1 tbsp
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A light and fluffy breakfast favourite

Mornings don’t get much better than waking up to the perfect omelette. Light and fluffy, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and, with most ingredients already in your kitchen, you can enjoy this breakfast favourite any (or even every) day of the week.

The different types of omelettes

From American and Japanese to Italian-inspired frittatas, omelettes come in many styles. While its actual history is difficult to trace, its name is French and means thin, small plate. The most popular version is said to be the Omelette de la mère Poulard where eggs are vigorously whipped and aerated as much as possible, often with a heavy cream. It is then cooked low and slow with butter in a pan to create the fluffiest, melt-in-your-mouth version that you have ever tasted.

The secret to cooking a perfect omelette

For the perfectly cooked, fluffiest end-result start with room temperature eggs and a dash of milk (or cream). Also make sure that the egg is properly combined: keep whisking until the mixture is frothy with no individual flecks of white. Lastly, only add the eggs to the pan when the butter is completely melted and the bubbles start to die down, the perfect temperature for the perfect omelette.

Some splendid serving tips

With eggs as the star ingredient, you can add almost anything savoury to this recipe. A simple sprinkle of shredded cheese (think cheddar, mozzarella, feta or chèvre) before folding is a firm favourite for many. Herbs like chives, dill, and thyme also add an interesting twist. For a more sophisticated take, add a dollop of sour cream and caviar, a luxurious combination for those special occasions.

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