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Soft French omelette served on a plate and topped with chopped chives

French Omelette

A classic French omelette made with eggs, butter, salt, and pepper, then finished with fresh chives. It is soft, tender, buttery, and ready in minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
rest time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 205

Ingredients
  

  • For the omelette
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon butter 15 g
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • For garnish
  • Chives chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Small nonstick skillet
  • Spatula
  • Plate

Method
 

  1. Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add salt and black pepper, then whisk until completely smooth.
  2. Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and melt the butter, swirling to coat the pan.
  3. Pour in the eggs and let them sit briefly, then gently stir and shake the pan as the eggs begin to set.
  4. Keep stirring gently until small soft curds form and the eggs are mostly set but still slightly glossy on top.
  5. Smooth the eggs into an even layer.
  6. Tilt the pan and use a spatula to fold and roll the omelette into a neat log shape.
  7. Let it sit for a few seconds to finish gently, then slide it onto a plate seam-side down.
  8. Garnish with chopped chives and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 13gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 385mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 140mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 760IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.8mg

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Notes

  • Use fresh eggs for the best texture and color.
  • Keep the heat medium-low so the eggs stay tender and do not brown.
  • A nonstick skillet makes shaping much easier.
  • Stop cooking while the inside is still slightly soft for a classic French omelette texture.
  • Chives are a simple garnish, but parsley or green onion tops also work.
  • For a richer version, add a little shredded cheese or a small spoonful of cream.

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