How to make a fluffy omelet

Create a fluffy omelet by cooking eggs over a high temperature.

Omelets are a quick, inexpensive and nutritious meal that can be tailored to satisfy the most discriminating of palates. Fluffy omelets are achieved by cooking the eggs over a high temperature. Steam is generated within the egg mixture, coagulating the protein matrix, which creates a springy, smooth texture. Within minutes, either a light breakfast or a hardy dinner can be created with endless combinations of cheeses, vegetables and/or meats.

Things You'll Need

• 4 eggs
• 2 tbsp. heavy cream or 4 tbsp. water or milk
• 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• Blender
• Heavy saute pan
• Rubber spatula
• Optional: 3 tbsp. grated cheese, chopped vegetables or meats

Instructions

1. 

   Blend all ingredients together at medium speed for one minute.

   Place eggs, heavy cream (or water or milk), salt and pepper into a blender. Blend this mixture at medium speed for about one minute.

2. 

   Allow the saute pan to heat before placing the egg mixture in.

   Preheat a heavy saute pan on medium heat. Coat the entire surface of the pan, bottom as well as sides, thoroughly with butter. Pour the blended egg mixture into the pan.

3. 

   Scrape the pan sides with a rubber spatula constantly while cooking.

   Stir the mixture with a rubber spatula, scraping the sides as the eggs cook. Tilt the pan so that the uncooked egg runs toward the edge. After 30 seconds, smooth the eggs through to ensure an even depth.

4. 

   Add vegetables, meat and/or seafood to satisfy any taste.

   Cook the omelet for 10 to 30 additional seconds on the stove top or by placing it in a 400-degree oven to fluff it. Add optional cheeses and fold the omelet in half using a spatula. Carefully slide the omelet onto a plate, garnish and serve.

Tips & Warnings

• Optimal skillet size is approximately 8 inches.

• Vegetables or meats may be sauteed in a separate pan prior to adding them to the omelet.

• Accompany the omelet with a hearty green salad to round out the meal.

• May take a couple of trys to get it right

References

• Cooks: Fluffy Omelet
• Food Network: Light and Fluffy Omelets
• Quora: What makes an omelette fluffy?