How to Serve an Omelette

Contributor

By eHow Contributing Writer

An omelette can be the main course for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. A classic omelette has a firm texture and is served folded over in a half-moon shape. Prepare a good garnish like sliced vegetables ahead of time to dress up this dish.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Ensure the omelette is cooked thoroughly without burning the bottom. Carefully lift the egg mixture while cooking to let the uncooked egg flow through to the bottom. Total cooking time should be no more than 1-1/2 minutes.
Step 2

Left up the edge of omelette with a spatula to check that the bottom is firm without browning. The top should also be firm.
Step 3

Slide the omelette out of the pan using the spatula to gently push the omelette without tearing it. Place on the plate for serving.
Step 4

Score the omelette with your spatula slightly off center. Add any filling that you have prepared onto the larger half. Arrange the filling so that it will be visible once the omelette is folded over. Fold the smaller half over the larger half to make the half moon shape.
Step 5

Garnish the top of the omelette with cheese, julienne strips of vegetables, sour cream or cheese.

Tips & Warnings

To cook the omelette properly, the grease in the pan should be hot enough to sear the egg immediately on contact.
Because omelettes cook quickly, prepare your vegetables, filling and garnish ahead of time. Omelettes are best served immediately, but can be kept warm in a 200-degree F oven.

Who Can Help Sponsored