Omelette aux Fines Herbes
Make Omelette aux Fines Herbes, a French breakfast recipe with large eggs, cold unsalted butter, fresh chives, finely chopped. It has about 10 min, about 310 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Omelette aux Fines Herbes is a French breakfast recipe that takes about 10 min, makes 1 servings, has about 310 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonOmelette aux Fines Herbes ingredients
- 3 whole large eggs
- 1 tbsp cold unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp fresh tarragon, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
How to make Omelette aux Fines Herbes
- Crack 3 large eggs into a medium bowl. Add 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt and 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
- Whisk the eggs vigorously with a fork or a small whisk for about 30-45 seconds, until the yolks and whites are fully incorporated and the mixture is slightly frothy but not overly airy. Do not add milk or water; a true French omelette relies on pure egg flavor.
- In a 7-8 inch non-stick skillet, melt 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Swirl the butter around to coat the bottom and sides of the pan. Continue heating until the butter is foamy and just beginning to turn golden brown, indicating it's hot enough.
- Pour the whisked egg mixture into the hot pan. Immediately reduce the heat to medium-low.
- As the edges of the omelette begin to set (after about 15-20 seconds), use a heatproof rubber spatula or fork to gently push the cooked egg from the edges towards the center of the pan, tilting the pan to allow the uncooked egg to flow underneath.
- Continue this process, pushing and tilting, for about 1-2 minutes until most of the egg is set but the top is still moist and creamy. It should not be dry.
- Sprinkle the finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh chives, 1 teaspoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon fresh tarragon evenly over the moist surface of the omelette.
- Once the omelette is mostly set but still creamy, gently fold one-third of the omelette over itself towards the center. Then, tilt the pan and carefully roll the omelette onto a warm plate, folding the remaining third over as it slides out to create a neat oval shape.
- Serve immediately. The inside should be soft and custardy, not brown or dry.
Omelette aux Fines Herbes FAQ
How do I make Omelette aux Fines Herbes?
Make Omelette aux Fines Herbes by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Omelette aux Fines Herbes?
The main ingredients include large eggs, cold unsalted butter, fresh chives, finely chopped, fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped, fresh tarragon, finely chopped. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Omelette aux Fines Herbes take?
This recipe takes about 10 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Omelette aux Fines Herbes?
Recipe Genius estimates about 310 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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