Classic French Omelette
Master the art of simplicity with this *Classic French Omelette*—a quintessential dish that embodies elegance and technique. Featuring just four basic ingredients—large eggs, unsalted butter, salt, and pepper—this recipe focuses on achieving a velvety, custard-like texture with a delicate golden exterior. Perfect for a quick breakfast, brunch centerpiece, or light dinner, this timeless omelette is prepared in under 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy mornings or when you’re craving something refined yet effortless. With step-by-step directions that emphasize finesse, such as gently stirring and folding the eggs, this recipe demystifies a culinary classic. Serve the omelette warm and let its luxurious butter-sheen and irresistibly soft interior redefine your appreciation for simple French cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl and add a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk vigorously with a fork or whisk until the mixture is completely homogenous and pale yellow.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Swirl the pan to coat it evenly with butter as it melts. Be careful not to brown the butter.
Pour the eggs into the skillet. Let them sit undisturbed for a few seconds, then use a spatula to stir gently, bringing the cooked edges into the center while tilting the pan to redistribute the uncooked eggs.
Continue to gently stir the eggs and shake the skillet with one hand as you cook the eggs slowly. The eggs should remain undercooked on the surface, but firm enough to start forming an omelette.
Once the omelette has some structure and the bottom is set but the surface is still slightly runny, remove the pan from the heat.
Add the remaining tablespoon of butter in a few pieces on top of the omelette to give it a nice shine and luxurious finish.
Using the spatula, fold the omelette into thirds; one side towards the center, then the other over that. Alternatively, you can fold it in half.
Slide the omelette onto a warm plate, seam side down, making sure it's a nice oval shape. Let it rest for a minute or so to complete the cooking process. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.1 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 617 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 352 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 218 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
