Omelette aux Fines Herbes
A classic French omelette, delicately cooked to a soft, custardy interior with a beautifully golden exterior. Infused with a blend of fresh herbs, it's a simple yet elegant dish perfect for breakfast or a light meal.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 8 min
- Serves
- 1
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 352 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 3 pcsegg
- 1 tbspfresh chive, finely chopped
- 1 tbspfresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.5 tspfresh tarragon, finely chopped
- 1 tbspbutter
- 1 pinchsalt
- 1 pinchblack pepper, freshly ground
Equipment
fork · rubber spatula · plate · small bowl · non-stick skillet
The method
Step by step
- 1
Crack the eggs into a small bowl.
- 2
Add the fresh chive, fresh parsley, fresh tarragon, salt, and black pepper to the eggs.
- 3
Whisk vigorously with a fork until the yolks and whites are fully combined and slightly frothy, but not too airy.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Avoid over-whipping, as this can make the omelette tough.
- 4
Heat a 20-22 cm non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: A well-seasoned cast iron pan also works beautifully.
- 5
Add the butter to the hot pan and swirl it around until it's melted and foaming, but not browned.
- 6
Pour the egg mixture into the pan.
- 7
Immediately use a rubber spatula to gently push the cooked egg from the edges towards the center, tilting the pan to allow the uncooked egg to flow underneath.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Work quickly to keep the omelette tender.
- 8
Continue cooking for about 1-2 minutes, until the omelette is mostly set but still slightly moist and creamy on top.
About 1 min
- 9
Tilt the pan, and, using the spatula, fold one-third of the omelette over the middle, then fold the other third over to create a classic oval shape.
- 10
Slide the omelette directly onto a warm plate and serve immediately.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 351.5kcal
- Protein
- 20.9g
- Carbs
- 4.9g
- Fat
- 28.3g
- Fibre
- 1.7g
- Sugar
- 2.2g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Omelettes are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container.
Gently reheat in a microwave on low power, or in a pan over low heat until just warmed through.
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