How to Make an Omelet Soufflé

By Food & Wine
Updated May 09, 2019
Ideas in Food bloggers Aki Kamozawa and H. Alexander Talbot share their method for creating a fluffy omelet.
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How to Make an Omelet Soufflé: Step 1

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Separate three large eggs. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with a pinch of salt.

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How to Make an Omelet Soufflé: Step 2

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In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form.

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How to Make an Omelet Soufflé: Step 2 (continued)

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Then whisk one-fourth of the egg whites into the yolks.

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How to Make an Omelet Soufflé: Step 3

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Fold the yolk mixture into the remaining whites until no streaks remain.

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How to Make an Omelet Soufflé: Steps 4-6

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4. In an 8-inch ovenproof nonstick skillet, melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter. Add the egg mixture to the skillet and shake to evenly distribute.

5. Sprinkle 1/2 cup Gruyère all over and transfer the skillet to the oven. Broil the omelet for 3 minutes, until lightly browned and very puffy.

6. Garnish the omelet with herbs and carefully slide onto a plate, folding it in half. Serve right away.

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