Description
Tamagoyaki is a Japanese rolled omelette with a delicate balance of sweet and savory flavors, made with eggs, sugar, and soy sauce. It’s a simple yet elegant dish, perfect for breakfast or lunch.
Ingredients
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and soy sauce until smooth and well combined.
- Heat the Pan: Heat a tamagoyaki pan (rectangular pan) or a small non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Lightly oil the pan using a paper towel or brush to prevent the eggs from sticking.
- Cook the First Layer: Pour a thin layer of the egg mixture into the pan, just enough to cover the bottom. Tilt the pan to spread it evenly. When the edges start to set but the top is still slightly runny, carefully roll the egg towards you using chopsticks or a spatula.
- Add More Egg Mixture: Push the rolled omelette back to the far end of the pan. Lightly oil the exposed part of the pan and pour in another thin layer of egg mixture, lifting the rolled omelette to allow the uncooked egg to flow underneath. When this layer is almost set, roll the omelette towards you again. Repeat this process until all the egg mixture is used up.
- Shape and Serve: Once the omelette is fully rolled, remove it from the pan and place it on a bamboo sushi mat or a cutting board. Let it rest for a few minutes to firm up. Slice it into bite-sized pieces and serve warm.
Notes
Storage: Tamagoyaki is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating: Reheat gently in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, or wrap in foil and warm it in a low oven to preserve its texture.
Variations: Add finely chopped vegetables like spinach, onions, or carrots to the egg mixture for added flavor and color. For extra umami, add a teaspoon of dashi powder to the mixture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
