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japanese omelette (tamagoyaki)

Japanese Omelette: Ditch the Disgusting Breakfast

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  • Author: Casey Mitchell
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Tamagoyaki is a Japanese rolled omelette, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a bento box. It’s slightly sweet and savory.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Whisk eggs, soy sauce, sugar, mirin, and water in a bowl until combined.
  2. Heat oil in a rectangular pan over medium heat.
  3. Pour a thin layer of egg mixture into the pan.
  4. Once the bottom is set but the top is still wet, start rolling the omelette towards you with chopsticks or a spatula.
  5. Push the rolled omelette to the far side of the pan.
  6. Pour another thin layer of egg mixture into the pan, tilting to get under the rolled omelette.
  7. Repeat rolling process until all egg mixture is used.
  8. Remove from pan and let cool slightly.
  9. Slice into bite-sized pieces and serve.

Notes

  • Adjust sugar to your preference.
  • Use a well-seasoned pan to prevent sticking.
  • Keep heat at medium to prevent burning.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 omelette
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg