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Quail Egg Omelet

Quick answer

You can cook the beaten quail eggs in a pan with butter in a short time. Be sure to cook on low heat to maintain its soft texture.

Total time
10 dk
Servings
2
Calories (est.)
~280 kcal
Difficulty
kolay

quail egg omelet · breakfast recipes · egg recipes

10 dk · 2 servings · 280 kcal

Tips and measures

Ingredients

  • 8 quail eggs
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 stalks green onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 pinch fresh thyme
  • Half teaspoon salt
  • Quarter teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Method

  1. Carefully crack the quail eggs into a bowl and whisk lightly.
  2. Add finely chopped green onion, salt, and black pepper, then mix.
  3. Heat butter and olive oil in a pan.
  4. Pour the egg mixture into the pan and cook by stirring gently with a spatula.
  5. Sprinkle fresh thyme on top and serve hot.

Since quail eggs cook very quickly, be careful not to keep them in the pan too long, otherwise they might dry out.

FAQ

Do quail eggs cook differently than regular eggs?

Yes, because of their small volume, they cook much faster than regular eggs.

Can I add cheese to this recipe?

You can optionally add some feta or grated cheddar cheese.

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