This omelette recipe is a staple in our kitchen, and my hope is that it will be in yours too. It’s hands down my favorite method for how to make an omelette. I love it because the results are fantastic (think fluffy, tender, just-set eggs), but it’s easy to master. With a little practice, you’ll be able to pull off a perfect omelette every time!
Make one for a hearty breakfast, or whip one up for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. The beauty of this omelette recipe is that it’s a delicious option for any meal. Plus, you can stuff it with whatever you like. Go all out with seasonal veggies, or keep it simple with a filling of fresh herbs and cheese. Either way, I think you’ll love it!
The traditional French technique for how to make an omelette involves agitating the eggs with a fork as they cook to form pillowy curds. In this basic omelette recipe, I use a different method that’s common in the US. Instead of beating the eggs, I form curds by pulling cooked egg from the edges of the pan into its center with a spatula. It yields a delicious omelette, and I’ve found it to be a bit more foolproof than the classic approach.
Here’s how it goes:
First, beat the eggs. Crack them into a medium bowl and whisk to combine the egg whites and yolks. Season with a pinch of salt.
Next, heat the pan. To make a 2-egg omelette, you’ll need an 8-inch skillet, preferably nonstick. Heat it over medium heat, and then coat the bottom with butter or oil.
Then, pour in the egg mixture. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook without stirring until the edges of the eggs just begin to set, about 10 seconds.
Use a spatula to work around the edges of the omelette, dragging the cooked egg into the center of the pan. Let the uncooked egg flow to the edges of the pan. Tilt the pan as needed to direct the runny egg.
Repeat until the uncooked egg begins to thicken and move more slowly to the edges of the pan.
At this point, use your spatula to gently smooth the raw egg into an even layer. Cook without stirring until the eggs are mostly set. Then, add your desired fillings to one side of the eggs.
Fold to close and cook until the eggs are just set. Remove from the heat, season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve!
So, you learned how to make an omelette. Now for the fun part: filling it!
You can use almost any cooked veggie, fresh herb, or cheese here. Have fun creating a delicious filling with your favorite ingredients!
Want some ideas to get started? Here are a few filling combos I love:
Or make a simple cheese omelette filled with a few tablespoons of ricotta. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh dill, parsley, or chives.
Enjoy!
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