Classic French Omelette
Elevate your breakfast game with this Classic French Omelette, a timeless recipe that embodies the elegance and simplicity of French cuisine. Made with just three large eggs, a touch of unsalted butter, and a hint of salt and black pepper, this dish relies on technique rather than complexity to create a silky, tender texture with a beautiful pale yellow hue. The key lies in slow cooking over gentle heat while stirring to achieve a creamy, custard-like consistency within a delicate golden exterior. Perfectly folded into a seamless oval shape and finished with a luxurious buttery sheen, this omelette is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s the ultimate quick and satisfying breakfast or brunch option. Serve it on its own, or pair it with a crisp salad or toasted baguette for an authentic Parisian experience.
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Ingredients
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Directions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
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.
Step 3
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.
Step 4
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.
Step 5
Once the omelette has some structure and the bottom is set but the surface is still slightly runny, remove the pan from the heat.
Step 6
Add the remaining tablespoon of butter in a few pieces on top of the omelette to give it a nice shine and luxurious finish.
Step 7
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.
Step 8
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
| Serving size | (167.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320.2 |
| Total Fat 26.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 589mg | 0% |
| Sodium 805.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.5g | |
| Protein 19.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 220.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories