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How many times in our entire life we have fried an omelet for breakfast, and I can not count. It would seem that even those who do not know how to cook at all will cope with this simple duty dish. And yet, even from a few eggs, you can create a small masterpiece that will surprise anyone. We offer you a selection of unusual omelet recipes that will fill your morning with new tastes and sensations.
A French gift
At the end of the XVIII century, a certain Annette Poulard opened a hotel on the island of Mont-Saint-Michel. Things were going from bad to bad, until a mysterious traveler stopped in one of the rooms. According to legend, it was he who showed the hostess a special way of cooking eggs on fire — this was the famous recipe for an omelet “Bullet”. As soon as she treated the guests to a new dish, there was no end of guests anymore. By the way, you can still try Mama Pulyar’s signature omelet in one of the cafes of Mont-Saint-Michel today.
And you can cook it at home. Beat 3 egg yolks with 50-60 ml of milk or cream and a pinch of salt. Separately, whisk the whites into strong peaks, also lightly salting. Pour the yolks into a preheated greased frying pan and wait for them to seize. After carefully spreading the proteins on top, reduce the flame to a minimum and stand without a lid for several minutes. Tap the lush hat with your finger. If the protein does not stick to the finger, the omelet is ready.
With a light steam!
Do you think that fried eggs are too high-calorie breakfast? Then prepare a steamed omelet. With this method of heat treatment, you get a generous portion of vitamins A, D, E, group B, as well as folic acid and lysine. In addition, we will not need a drop of oil, which means that the omelet will turn out to be low-calorie, but still nutritious.
And even a steamer is not needed for this. Let’s build a water bath with our own hands. We bring a small saucepan with water to a boil, put a colander inside, and put a deep bowl in it. Vigorously whisk 4 eggs and 200 ml of milk with a whisk, salt and pepper to taste. You can add slices of fresh vegetables or herbs — it will turn out even more useful. Pour the egg mass into a bowl, cover with a lid and leave to cook in a water bath for 20-25 minutes. At the end, you can sprinkle the omelet with low-fat grated cheese.
The omelet turns… into a muffin
Muffin molds can turn a boring omelet into an original breakfast. Children will especially like a portioned omelet in molds, even if they can’t stand this dish. And you can also take it with you to work as a healthy, satisfying snack.
Cut into a small cube a few thick slices of ham, a large fresh tomato and half of the red bell pepper, finely chop a little fresh herbs. Beat 4 eggs with 50 ml of cream, a pinch of salt and pepper, mix with vegetables, ham and herbs. Grease the molds with oil, pour the egg mixture and put it in the oven at 180 °C for 15-20 minutes. When the omelet cools down a little, we take it out of the molds and serve it immediately.
Impromptu in Italian
Italian frittata is another original omelet recipe. The main rule of its preparation is the absence of any rules. Any products that are in the refrigerator are used: leftovers of sausage and meat, cheeses of different varieties, any vegetables, legumes, greens. In Italy, they like to add seafood, pasta and fragrant herbs to frittata.
For breakfast, we offer this option. We put 100 g of fresh spinach in a colander, pour boiling water over it, dry it and finely chop it. Blanch 100 g of fresh green peas and several broccoli inflorescences in boiling water for a couple of minutes. Chop 2-3 green onion feathers and 4-5 sprigs of parsley. Beat 3 eggs and 100 g of cottage cheese, add all the greens, broccoli and peas, put a pinch of salt, black pepper and nutmeg. Grease the pan with butter, spread the egg mass and fry on low heat under the lid for 10-15 minutes. Before serving, you can sprinkle the frittata with chopped herbs.
Sweet moments
Who said that an omelet can’t be sweet? Try an unusual recipe for an omelet with fruit and soft cheese. It will surprise you with a harmonious taste combination. Any fruit is suitable, but they should not be too watery. Fresh berries are also appropriate here. Such an assortment of ricotta, mascarpone or any curd cheese will harmoniously complement it.
If you managed to get 400 g of fresh strawberries, then treat yourself to an unusual dessert. Wash, peel off the stalks and coarsely chop the berries. At the same time, whisk 4 eggs, 2 tsp powdered sugar and 3 tbsp cottage cheese, season with a pinch of salt and cinnamon to taste. Heat a frying pan with butter, spread the berries, pour all 1 tbsp. l. sugar, caramelize properly. Fill them with egg mass, bring them under the lid to readiness on low heat. Before serving, you can dust the omelet with powdered sugar or pour maple syrup over it.
Greetings from childhood
Omelet as in kindergarten for many remains the most delicious in the world. But there are not so many culinary subtleties here. It is prepared from eggs, milk and butter. No flour, and especially no starch. For 1 egg, you should take 100 ml of milk. The butter must be necessarily creamy — it is it that gives the omelet a delicate velvety texture, while vegetable fats can turn it into a sole. Experienced cooks recommend beating eggs not with a mixer or a whisk, but exclusively with a fork.
Break 5 eggs into a deep bowl, pierce the yolks with a fork, beat lightly. Pour in the milk, salt to taste and continue to beat, not too much and not for long. Generously grease a rectangular baking dish with butter, pour out the egg mixture and put it in the oven at 200 °C for about 10-15 minutes. When the omelet cools down, cut it into squares, and you can treat your relatives.
A smart machine cooks
Another way to make an egg breakfast not only delicious, but also useful is to cook an omelet in a slow cooker. Here you should take into account the features of models from different manufacturers. Most often, the program “Baking” or “Multi-Cooker” is used for this dish, which helps to set the optimal temperature and cooking time. In some models, the “Frying” or “Baking”mode is intended for the omelet.
Pour 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil into the bowl of the multivark, turn on the “Frying” mode and pass the onion and 150 g of green peas for 2-3 minutes. Beat 4 eggs with 200 ml of milk, a pinch of salt with any spices to taste. Cut a fresh tomato and add it to the egg mixture. Pour into the bowl of the slow cooker, close the lid and cook in the “Frying” mode for another 15 minutes. After that, you can sprinkle it with grated cheese and leave it in the mode “Preheating” so that it melts.
Hot breakfast in a mug
Rarely does anyone cook an omelet in the microwave, and completely in vain. It’s simple, fast and very tasty. The omelet turns out to be incredibly airy and tender, and practically no effort is required from you at the same time. An ideal option for those who always do not have enough time for breakfast.
For convenience, we suggest taking a wide heat-resistant mug. We put a piece of butter in it, put it in the microwave for 10 seconds at maximum power, lubricate the walls with melted butter. Beat the egg with 2 tablespoons of milk, salt and pepper. If desired, you can add pieces of sausage, tomatoes, grated cheese, chopped herbs and anything you want. Pour the mass into a mug, finely crumble a slice of bread on top and put it in the microwave at maximum power for 3-4 minutes. Do not forget to look at the omelet so that it does not run away. You can eat it directly from the mug — it will be even tastier this way.
Here’s how, without any special tricks, you can turn an unremarkable omelet into a luxurious breakfast. Look for even more unusual variations of your favorite dish on the website “Healthy Food Near Me” in a special category. Do you have your own signature recipe for making an omelet? We will be glad if you share the proven variations and secrets of cooking with other readers in the comments.