Corsican Omelette
Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked Mediterranean with a Corsican Omelette, a delicate yet flavorful dish that combines simple ingredients with irresistible flair. Featuring fluffy eggs infused with creamy brocciu cheese—or ricotta for an accessible twist—and fragrant fresh mint, this classic recipe celebrates the rustic elegance of Corsican cuisine. Cooked to perfection in olive oil, the omelette boasts a golden exterior and a tender, silky center that bursts with herbaceous freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, offering a cozy yet sophisticated dining experience. Serve this aromatic delight with a crisp green salad or crusty bread for an unforgettable Mediterranean escape at your table. Keywords: Corsican omelette recipe, Mediterranean breakfast, brocciu cheese omelette.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 150 grams brocciu cheese (or ricotta as a substitute)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
1. Crack the eggs into a medium bowl and whisk until fully beaten. Add the salt and black pepper, then whisk again to combine.
2. Add the brocciu cheese to the eggs, gently crumbling it with your fingers or a fork. Fold in the chopped fresh mint until evenly distributed.
3. Heat the olive oil in a nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Ensure the oil coats the bottom of the pan evenly.
4. Pour the egg mixture into the pan and allow it to cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, or until the edges begin to set.
5. Using a spatula, gently lift the edges of the omelette and tilt the pan slightly to allow any uncooked egg to flow to the edges.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the top of the omelette is just set.
7. Carefully slide the omelette onto a plate, folding it in half as you do so. Serve warm, optionally garnished with a few extra mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1161 mg | 387% | |
| Sodium | 1682 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 49.9 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 587 mg | 12% | |
*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.
