Chive omelette with smoked salmon
This chive omelette features a creamy filling of sour cream, lemon zest, and dill, topped with smoked salmon for a rich flavor. It's a delightful dish made by lightly cooking the egg mixture in a skillet until set.
Cook time 8 min
Prep time 20 min
Ingredients:
2 tbsp all-purpose white wheat flour1 cup milk (1% fat)
6 eggs
2 tbsp chives
1 short spray cooking spray oil
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp lemon zest
1 tbsp dill
1 lb salmon
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose white wheat flour.
- Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk until smooth and no lumps remain.
- Crack 6 eggs into the bowl and whisk them into the flour and milk mixture until well combined.
- Fold in 2 tablespoons of finely chopped chives. Set the mixture aside.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Lightly spray the skillet with a short burst of cooking spray oil to coat the surface.
- Pour a portion of the egg mixture into the heated skillet, just enough to cover the bottom of the pan evenly.
- Cook the omelette for 2-3 minutes, or until the edges start to set and the center is still slightly runny.
- Carefully flip the omelette using a spatula and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the omelette is fully set.
- Transfer the cooked omelette to a plate and repeat the process with the remaining egg mixture to make additional omelettes.
- In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of sour cream, 2 tablespoons of lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped dill.
- Stir the mixture until well blended.
- Place a cooked omelette on a serving plate.
- Spread a thin layer of the sour cream mixture over half of the omelette.
- Arrange a few slices of smoked salmon on top of the sour cream.
- Fold the omelette in half to cover the filling.
- Serve the chive omelette with smoked salmon immediately.
- Optionally, garnish with additional chives, dill, or lemon zest for extra flavor and presentation.
Chive omelette with smoked salmon FAQ:
Cook the omelette for about 2-3 minutes on one side until the edges start to set, then flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fully set.
A large non-stick skillet is ideal for cooking the omelette, ensuring even cooking and easy flipping.
Yes, you can substitute smoked salmon with other smoked fish like trout or even cooked, shredded chicken for a different flavor.
Store leftover omelettes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop.
If you don't have chives, you can use finely chopped green onions or parsley as a substitute for a similar fresh flavor.
Nutrition Facts
8 ServingsCalories 180kcal
Protein 18g
Carbohydrates 6g
Fiber 0.21g
Sugar 2.13g
Fat 9g
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