Omelets are a staple for many households — it’s one of the most elemental recipes. It’s so simple and overused that some chefs use it to test the skill level of potential employees. However, there are countless recipes! Travel the world and see how different people prepare this seemingly simple and oh-so-popular dish! Some recipes might surprise you…
The Taiwanese Dan Bing
Technically, this dish is best referred to as Taiwanese egg crepes if you want to get technical about it. It originates in Taiwan and is made with Shiro dashi-seasoned eggs in a crepe.
Some places even serve it cut up into pieces and sprinkled with sesame seeds and gochugaru to make it even tastier!
Try the Hangtown Fry
What part of the world does the Hangtown fry come from? The recipe originated in San Fransico, and although it’s served as a round and flat omelet, as most are, it plays up the luxury of the ingredients.
It’s made with oysters and bacon, although you may also find caviar, Parmesan, and Beurre blanc added to enhance the dish further!
An Ode — the Pepper Boy Sandwich
Everyone’s probably heard of the Denver omelet at least once. Well, the Pepper Boy Sandwich is the perfect ode to the classic.
The only spin is that the onion is turned into a sauce, and the ham is substituted for crispy pepper bacon. Violà — a delicious breakfast!
Khagineh From Across the World
This kind of omelet originates from Persia and is as versatile as it gets. It can be served as breakfast, lunch, and even dessert!
It’s sweet and filled with crumble made from ground walnuts and Mejool dates. Even syrup can be added for an extra sweet kick!
The Krapow Khai Yat Sai
This recipe is eye-catching and has an interesting spin on an omelet from the Thai part of the world.
The thin blanket of eggs is folded and cut to reveal the filling — ground chicken and Thai basil lightly caramelized and flavored with oyster sauce.
The Sweet Pojorje Omelet
Now, this one is a real sweet treat. It’s a chiffon cake-like omelet from Slovenia with cranberry jam, whipped mascarpone, and berries. Yum! Although the filling can be chosen based on your preferences, the recipe must always consist of — three eggs, three tablespoons of flour, and three of sugar!
Omelets from around the world can vary in ingredients, stuffing, and taste, but one thing is for sure… every recipe is delicious alone, depending on the person eating the dish! Try out some new recipes for your next complete; you never know which one will become a staple in your home!