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The Secret to Perfectly Creamy Scrambled Eggs – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

The Secret to Perfectly Creamy Scrambled Eggs

Discover the secret to luxuriously soft, custardy, and fluffy scrambled eggs using one simple ingredient: heavy cream. This recipe transforms three humble eggs into a restaurant-worthy breakfast, perfectly paired with melty cheese and fresh pico de gallo.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 415

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) heavy cream
  • ¼ teaspoon (1.5 g / 0.05 oz) sea salt
  • Pinch of ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g / 0.53 oz) butter or 15 ml olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons (14 g / 0.49 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g / 1.06 oz) Pico de Gallo, plus more for serving
  • For a spicy kick, substitute the mozzarella with shredded Pepper Jack or a sharp white cheddar. It pairs beautifully with the pico de gallo.
  • Take the eggs off the heat when they still look slightly wet. The residual heat from the pan will continue to cook them to perfection as you plate, preventing them from overcooking.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. In a small bowl, crack the eggs and whisk vigorously with a fork until the yolks and whites are fully combined and slightly frothy.
  3. Whisk in the heavy cream, sea salt, and black pepper until just incorporated.
  4. Melt the butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
  5. Once the butter is melted and foamy, pour in the egg mixture.
  6. Let the eggs sit undisturbed for about 30-45 seconds, until the edges just begin to set.
  7. Using a heatproof rubber spatula, gently push the eggs from the edges toward the center, creating large, soft curds.
  8. Continue this slow folding process until the eggs are about 90% cooked but still have a slight wet sheen.
  9. Remove the skillet from the heat and top with the shredded mozzarella and pico de gallo.
  10. Serve immediately for the best texture.
  11. Keep the heat on medium-low.
  12. Cooking eggs slowly and gently is the key to achieving a creamy, custard-like texture instead of a dry, rubbery one.

Nutrition

Calories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 3.7gProtein: 24gFat: 35g

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