Omelette

If you love eggs, you will love using them to make an omelette. 

An omelette is a dish made from beaten eggs which is then fried with butter or oil in a frying pan. It is quite common to add other ingredients to the omelette such as mushrooms, bacon, smoked salmon or cheese, or a combination of ingredients.

An omelette doesn’t take long to cook. This makes it a handy breakfast when you’re travelling, backpacking or camping, especially when you want something simple that doesn’t require lots of equipment. And you are in need of using up your eggs before you move on.

 

Why You’ll Love This Omelette

 

• Quick and easy: With just 5 minutes of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking, you can have breakfast ready in no time. 
• Simple ingredients: Eggs, butter and your choice of toppings/fillings are all you need. 
• Easy to customise: Use your favorite toppings or whatever you have available. 
• Great for travellers, backpackers and campers: The recipe uses basic cooking equipment that is easy to have in a holiday kitchen or camping setup. 
• One-pan cooking: If your toppings need cooking, you can cook them in the same frying pan before making the omelette. 
• Perfect for breakfast: It’s a simple, filling meal to start the day. 

 

What is an Omelette?

 

An omelette is made by beating eggs and cooking them in a frying pan with butter or oil. Toppings can be added to the egg mixture while it cooks, and the omelette is then folded in half before serving.

There are many different ways to make an omelette. You can keep it simple with just eggs and butter or add toppings such as mushrooms, onion, bacon, smoked salmon, asparagus or cheese.

 

Ingredients and Substitutions

 

·      Eggs – You will need 2 eggs for one omelette. Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk them before cooking.
·      Butter – Use 1 tablespoon of butter to melt in the frying pan before adding the eggs.
·      Toppings – Choose the toppings you enjoy or have available. Some options include:

• Onion 
• Mushroom 
• Smoked salmon 
• Asparagus 
• Bacon 
• Cheese 

You can use one topping or combine several together.

If you prefer your toppings cooked, chop them first and cook them in the frying pan before adding the eggs.

There is no set quantity for the toppings, so you can choose how much you want to use.

 

Equipment Required

 

You will need:

• Chopping board 
• Knife 
• Bowl and Whisk
• Frying pan 
• Spatula 

These are all fairly basic pieces of equipment, making this an easy recipe for a holiday kitchen, backpacker accommodation or camping setup with suitable cooking facilities.

 

How to Make an Omelette While Travelling, Backpacking or Camping

 

An omelette is a useful breakfast option when you’re travelling, backpacking or camping because it doesn’t require a long list of ingredients or complicated equipment.

1. Crack 2 eggs into a bowl and whisk them. 
2. Chop the toppings. Chop any toppings you want to add to your omelette.
3. Heat the pan. Heat the frying pan and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
4. Cook the toppings. If you like your toppings cooked, cook them in the pan.  Some leave the toppings in the pan and add the whisked eggs on top while others remove the cooked toppings and put them into a container and add them after.
5. Add the eggs. Add the whisked eggs into the pan. When the pan-side of the egg mixture is cooked, add your toppings onto the top of the egg mixture.
6. Fold the omelette. Once the egg mixture is no longer runny, fold one side onto the other so you have basically folded it in half.
7. Serve. Slide the omelette out of the pan onto a plate and enjoy.

 

Tips for Making an Omelette

 

• Prepare your toppings first. Chop everything before you start cooking so it is ready when you need it. 
• Cook toppings that you prefer cooked. Onion, mushrooms, bacon and asparagus can be cooked in the pan before you add the eggs. 
• Don’t fold the omelette too early. Wait until the egg mixture is no longer runny. 
• Use a spatula to fold it. A spatula makes it easier to fold the omelette and slide it onto your plate. 
• Keep it simple when travelling. You don’t need lots of toppings to make an omelette. Use what you have available. 
• Use one pan. Cooking your toppings and eggs in the same frying pan keeps the washing up to a minimum. 

 

Serving Ideas

 

Slide the finished omelette onto a plate and serve straight away. You can add a small salad if you like.

What to Do with Leftovers

 

This recipe serves 1 person, so you may not have any leftovers.

If you do have leftover cooked omelette or cooked toppings, store them safely and refrigerate them where appropriate. When travelling or camping, make sure you have suitable food storage available for ingredients that need to be kept cold.

 

Omelette FAQs

 

How many eggs are needed for this omelette?

This recipe uses 2 eggs and serves 1 person.

What toppings can I put in an omelette?

You can choose your own toppings. Onion, mushroom, smoked salmon, asparagus, bacon and cheese are all options.

Do I need to cook the toppings first?

If you prefer your toppings cooked, cook them in the frying pan first and then remove them before adding the eggs.

When should I fold the omelette?

Fold the omelette once the egg mixture is no longer runny. Fold one side over the other so that it is folded in half.

Can I make an omelette while camping?

Yes. An omelette is a practical camping breakfast when you have access to a suitable cooking surface and frying pan. The ingredients and equipment are simple, making it easy to prepare while travelling.

How long does this omelette take to make?

The preparation time is 5 minutes, the cooking time is 10 minutes, and the total time is 15 minutes.

What equipment do I need to make an omelette?

You need a chopping board, knife, bowl, frying pan and spatula.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This recipe serves 1 person.