Preparation time
- Total: Approximately 10 minutes
- Preparation: 5 minutes
- Cooking: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 2-3 large eggs
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon of butter or oil
- Optional fillings: cheese, diced vegetables, cooked meats, herbs
Instructions
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1.
Beat the eggs: In a bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper until they are well mixed. You can add a tablespoon of water or milk for a fluffier texture.
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2.
Heat the pan: Place a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and add butter or oil.
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3.
Cook the omelette: Once the butter is melted and bubbling, pour in the eggs. Tilt the pan to ensure the eggs evenly coat the surface.
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4.
Add fillings (optional): When the eggs begin to set at the edges but are still slightly runny in the middle, sprinkle your chosen fillings over one half of the omelette.
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5.
Fold and serve: As the omelette continues to cook, carefully lift one edge and fold it over the fillings. Let it cook for another minute, then slide it onto a plate.
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6.
Enjoy: Serve hot, with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Nutrition
The table below shows nutritional values per serving without the additional fillings.
- Calories
- Carbs
- Protein
- Fat
- 277kcal
- 0g
- 20g
- 22g