Egg Yolk Omelette

A puffy omelette is one of life's simplest pleasures. If you're looking for a vibrant, buttery, decadent breakfast or midweek dinner inspiration, this egg yolk omelette recipe is for you.

Egg yolk omelette recipe 

Ingredients

4 egg yolks
1/4 tsp butter
Big pinch of salt
Pepper

Preparation  

Step 01

Separate the egg yolks from the whites.

Step 02

Stir the yolks with a fork and season them generously with salt.

Step 03

Place a nonstick pan over medium-low heat and melt the butter in it.

Step 04

Pour the yolks into the pan and let them cook until they are dry around the edges but the top still looks wet. 

Step 05

Roll the omelette with a spatula. Transfer to a plate and season with more salt and pepper.

Making an omelette is a tried and tested method of assessing a young chef's skills – this seemingly simple dish can go disastrously wrong. Check out this great video from Mind of a Chef as chef David Kinch demonstrates the art of the perfect omelette. Or, follow the recipe from these six Michelin-starred chefs for a fluffy, creamy, and perfectly cooked omelette. And don't forget to check out this simple, foolproof technique for the perfect fluffy omelette and our ideas for how to use leftover egg yolks.