Description
Discover the delightful simplicity of 3-Ingredient Simple Tamagoyaki, a traditional Japanese rolled omelette that perfectly balances savory and sweet flavors. Ideal for breakfast or as a versatile side dish in your bento box, this recipe requires just three main ingredients and can be prepared in under 15 minutes. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, tamagoyaki’s fluffy texture and unique taste will impress everyone at the table. Customize it by adjusting sweetness or adding fresh herbs to suit your palate. Enjoy this nutritious, protein-packed dish that’s both satisfying and quick to make!
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- ½ Tbsp sugar (up to 1 Tbsp for sweeter flavor)
- 1 tsp usukuchi soy sauce (or regular soy sauce)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 Tbsp water (optional; for a fluffier omelette)
- 1 Tbsp neutral oil (plus more if needed)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, soy sauce, and optional water until well combined.
- Heat a cast iron tamagoyaki pan over medium heat and lightly oil it.
- Pour one-third of the egg mixture into the pan, tilting to spread evenly.
- Once slightly set but still runny on top, roll the omelette from one end to the other.
- Push the rolled omelette to one side, add more egg mixture, and repeat until all is cooked.
- Slide onto a cutting board, cool slightly, slice into pieces, and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: For fluffier tamagoyaki, add a tablespoon of water to the egg mixture. Experiment with additional ingredients like green onions or mushrooms for extra flavor.