Ingredients with Measurements:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon of milk
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of mirin
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup of Japanese red pine nuts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick frying pan
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk them together with the milk, soy sauce, and mirin until well combined.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
3. Add the pine nuts to the pan and toast them for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant.
4. Pour the egg mixture over the pine nuts in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is set.
5. Use a spatula to flip the omelette over and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the other side is set.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 5-7 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 1 omelette
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 14g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Regular pine nuts can be used instead of Japanese red pine nuts.
- Tamari can be used instead of soy sauce.
- Sake can be used instead of mirin.
Variations:
- Add chopped scallions or mushrooms to the egg mixture for extra flavor.
- Use different types of nuts such as almonds or walnuts.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to toast the pine nuts before adding the egg mixture to enhance their flavor.
- Use a non-stick frying pan to prevent the omelette from sticking.
Storage instructions:
- Leftover omelette can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the omelette in the microwave or in a frying pan over low heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the omelette on a plate with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or scallions for garnish.
Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley or scallions
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of steamed rice or a simple salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Simple salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the omelette sticks to the pan, use a spatula to gently loosen it from the bottom.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the omelette until it is fully set to prevent any risk of foodborne illness.
Food history:
- Pine nuts have been used in Japanese cuisine for centuries and are often used in traditional dishes such as sushi and onigiri.
Flavor profiles:
- The omelette has a savory and nutty flavor from the pine nuts and soy sauce.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the omelette for breakfast, lunch, or dinner as a main dish.
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Region: Japanese