Description
This delicious French omelette is a simple yet luxurious breakfast made with just eggs, butter, and salt. Soft, creamy, and custardy, it’s the epitome of French elegance and comfort, ready in under 10 minutes and perfect for endless variations.
Ingredients
For the Basic Omelette:
3 large eggs
¼ tsp sea salt
2½ tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil)
Optional Add-Ins:
Chopped fresh herbs (chives, parsley, tarragon)
Shredded cheese (Gruyère, cheddar, or feta)
Sautéed vegetables (spinach, bell peppers, mushrooms)
Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a bowl, add sea salt, and whisk until smooth and uniform.
- In an 8-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat until foamy but not browned.
- Pour the eggs into the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until the edges begin to set.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and stir gently with a silicone spatula to form soft curds.
- When the eggs are mostly set but still glossy, stop stirring and tilt the skillet to let any uncooked egg fill gaps.
- Gently roll the omelette from one side using the spatula to form an oval shape.
- Slide onto a plate seam-side down and serve immediately. Add herbs, cheese, or other fillings if desired.
Notes
Add herbs like chives, parsley, or tarragon for a classic French touch.
Sprinkle cheese down the center for a creamy, melty version.
Include sautéed vegetables for extra texture and flavor.
Serve with buttered toast, smoked salmon, or avocado slices for a complete meal.
Avoid overcooking to maintain a soft, pale, and custardy texture.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 omelette
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 375mg
