French Omelette

Prep: 5

Cook: 5

Total Time: 10

Yield: 1 serving

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: French

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Calories: 186kcal

Author: Jessica Gavin

I love making a French omelette because it turns a handful of simple ingredients into something incredibly delicate, creamy, and elegant in just minutes.

Ingredients

▢ 2 large eggs
▢ 2 teaspoons (10 ml) milk, cream, or water, optional
▢ ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
▢ ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
▢ 1 teaspoon (5 g) unsalted butter
▢ 1 teaspoon (1 g) chopped chives, optional

Instructions

Whisk the Eggs – In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk (if using), and salt. Whisk using a side-to-side motion until uniform in appearance; do not overmix.
Heat the Butter – In an 8-inch nonstick skillet, heat the butter over medium-low heat until it begins to bubble and foam but does not brown.
Form the Curds – Add the eggs and let them sit undisturbed for about 10 seconds, until the edges just begin to set. Using a spatula, gently pull the cooked eggs from the edges toward the center, tilting the pan so the uncooked egg flows underneath. Continue this motion around the pan to form soft curds, cooking for about 2 to 2½ minutes until the eggs are mostly set but still glossy. Turn off the heat once the omelette is nearly cooked through and still pale with no browning.
Fold and Shape – Use a spatula to fold one side toward the center, then fold the other side over to create a tight, rolled cigar shape.
To Serve – Invert the omelette onto a plate, seam-side down. Garnish with freshly cracked black pepper and chopped chives.

Notes

Adding Liquid: This makes the egg softer and more tender but lessens the egg flavor. Dairy also adds extra richness.
Saltier Eggs: Use ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt.

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