Omelette aux Fines Herbes
A French omelette: pale, rolled, and barely set inside. Two minutes of cooking and about a decade of getting it right.
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Method
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Beat the eggs with the salt and pepper for 20 seconds, until just combined. Do not whisk in air.
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Stir in half the herbs.
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Melt the butter in a 20 cm non-stick pan over medium heat until it foams but does not colour.
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Pour in the eggs and stir constantly with the flat of a fork for 30 seconds, shaking the pan, so they set in fine curds.
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Stop stirring and let the base set for 15 seconds, then tilt the pan away from you and fold the far edge over with the fork.
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Roll it towards you, tipping it onto a warm plate so it lands seam-side down, still visibly soft in the middle.
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Rub the top with the last of the butter for shine, scatter with the remaining herbs, and eat immediately.
Chef’s Tips
- Medium heat. A browned omelette is the wrong dish.
- Stir constantly for the first thirty seconds.
- Out of the pan while the middle is still wet.
Pairing Suggestions
- Green salad
- Baguette
- A glass of white
Storage & Reheating
None. Eat within a minute of leaving the pan.
Common questions
How long does Omelette aux Fines Herbes take to make?
About 15 minutes in total — 10 minutes of preparation and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 2.
What are the key tips for making Omelette aux Fines Herbes?
Medium heat. A browned omelette is the wrong dish. Stir constantly for the first thirty seconds. Out of the pan while the middle is still wet.
What should I serve with Omelette aux Fines Herbes?
Green salad; Baguette; A glass of white.
Is Omelette aux Fines Herbes suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, low-carb, keto and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Omelette aux Fines Herbes?
About 345 kcal per serving, with 19 g protein, 2 g carbohydrate and 29 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Nutritional Highlights
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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