TAMAGOYAKI (JAPANESE ROLLED OMELET)
Tamagoyaki, a Japanese staple, is made by carefully rolling several thin layers of cooked egg into a rectangular omelet, which creates a soft and delicate texture. Traditionally, it's made in a special tamagoyaki pan, but this version also works with an 8-inch nonstick skillet. There are sweet and savory variations, and this recipe falls somewhere in between the two: The soy sauce, mirin and dashi pack it with umami, while the sugar adds a subtle sweetness. The technique can be challenging at first, but do your best to keep each layer consistent in color and each fold parallel to the last. Don't worry about little tears; they'll be covered up with the next layer.
Provided by Kiera Wright-Ruiz
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, for one, for two, lunch, snack, weekday, main course, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine eggs, mirin, soy sauce, dashi (if using) and sugar. Whisk until well combined.
- Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a tamagoyaki pan or a nonstick 8-inch skillet over medium. Using a small piece of folded paper towel, carefully wipe the excess oil from the pan and set aside paper towel (you will need it to grease the pan for each egg layer).
- Pour about 3 tablespoons of the egg mixture into the pan and quickly tilt the pan, swirling the egg mixture around to create an even layer. If there are thicker areas, gently poke a small hole at the thickest point with chopsticks and tilt and swirl the pan to cover exposed areas with more raw egg to form an even layer.
- After the layer is cooked, about 1 minute, using chopsticks or a rubber spatula, gently lift the egg edges on the farthest side to loosen the layer's grip. While tilting the pan, carefully fold the egg about 1/4 of the way toward yourself. Continue to fold the egg equally on itself until you have a narrow, rectangular omelet at the edge of the pan nearest you. Reduce the heat to medium-low if the egg is browning.
- Using the paper towel, lightly grease the exposed area of the pan. Pour another 3 tablespoons of the remaining egg mixture into the exposed area of the pan and quickly swirl it around to create another layer. Use chopsticks or a soft spatula to gently lift up the folded omelet and tilt the pan toward you so the raw egg mixture runs under the omelet.
- Once the layer is cooked, gently roll the omelet away from you in three to four flips. Repeat Steps 3 to 5 with remaining three layers, greasing the pan before each additional layer. The number of flips will decrease as the omelet grows in size with each additional layer.
- Transfer omelet to a cutting board or a plate when done. Cut crosswise into four pieces and rotate, cut side up, to show egg layers. (If using a nonstick 8-inch skillet, you can trim both ends of the omelet to make them even.) Serve immediately or chill for later.
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Joe Edwards
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this tamagoyaki recipe from Menu of Recipes. It's the best tamagoyaki recipe I've ever tried. The omelet is light and fluffy, with the perfect amount of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Japanese food.
Danielle's World
[email protected]Tamagoyaki is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. This recipe from Menu of Recipes is a great way to make tamagoyaki at home. The instructi
Halima Seid
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Brown Girl
[email protected]I love tamagoyaki, but I've never been able to make it myself. This recipe from Menu of Recipes changed that. The instructions were easy to follow and the omelet turned out perfectly. It was so delicious that I ate it all in one sitting! I can't wait
Abid Qadeeri
[email protected]Tamagoyaki is a beautiful and impressive dish, but it can be intimidating to make. This recipe from Menu of Recipes makes it easy and accessible. The instructions are clear and concise, and the end result is a delicious and authentic-tasting omelet.
Arogya Dhimal
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Bullet Nasim
[email protected]This tamagoyaki recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have leftover rice in my fridge, and I'm always looking for new ways to use it up. This recipe is a great solution. The omelet is delicious and it's a great way to get your kids
Acheng Joannnah Johns
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this tamagoyaki recipe because I'm not a very experienced cook. But I'm so glad I did! The recipe was easy to follow and the omelet turned out perfectly. It was so delicious that I ate it all in one sitting! I'll definitel
Md Arfanul Islam
[email protected]Tamagoyaki is one of my favorite Japanese dishes, and this recipe from Menu of Recipes does not disappoint. The omelet is light, fluffy, and flavorful, with the perfect amount of sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe if you're looking for an auth
Ben Senatro
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this tamagoyaki recipe. It only requires a few basic ingredients and it's so easy to make. I'm always looking for quick and easy breakfast recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. Plus, it's delicious!
Michael Straub
[email protected]This tamagoyaki recipe is a game-changer! I've tried making tamagoyaki before, but it always turned out dry and rubbery. This recipe, however, produced a tender and flavorful omelet that was absolutely perfect. I'll never make tamagoyaki any other wa
Bhekie Fisanie
[email protected]Tamagoyaki is a beautiful and delicious dish that is perfect for a special breakfast or brunch. I made it for my family on Father's Day and they loved it. The omelet was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!
Buda Laxey
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of omelets, but I decided to give tamagoyaki a try after seeing it on a cooking show. I'm so glad I did! The omelet was light and fluffy, with a slightly sweet flavor. I especially enjoyed the crispy edges. I will definitely be mak
dr Phyll
[email protected]As a Japanese home cook, I was excited to try this tamagoyaki recipe from Menu of Recipes. I found the instructions to be clear and easy to follow, and the end result was a delicious and authentic-tasting omelet. I served it with a side of rice and n
Exotic Relaxed
[email protected]Tamagoyaki is an iconic Japanese omelet that requires some skill to master, but the results are incredibly rewarding. I followed the recipe from Menu of Recipes and had great success. The omelet turned out perfectly tender and flavorful, with a beaut