Description
This Cheddar Jalapeno Omelette is a quick and flavorful breakfast option featuring spicy jalapenos cooked to a slight char, fluffy eggs, and melted sharp cheddar cheese. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with creamy avocado slices, it offers a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and freshness.
Ingredients
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Omelette Ingredients
- 1 small jalapeno, sliced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish and Serving
- Fresh cilantro, garnish
- 1/4 avocado, sliced, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Jalapenos: Slice the jalapeno into thin coins. You may leave the seeds in for extra heat or remove them if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Cook Jalapenos: Heat olive oil in a small omelette pan over medium heat. Add the jalapeno slices and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jalapenos begin to take on some color.
- Whisk Eggs: While the jalapenos cook, whisk together the eggs with a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Cook Eggs: Pour the eggs into the skillet over the jalapenos. Using a spatula, gently push the cooked eggs toward the center of the pan while tilting the pan to allow uncooked eggs to flow to the edges. Continue this motion for about 2 to 3 minutes until the eggs are about 90% cooked, with just a thin layer of uncooked egg remaining on top.
- Add Cheese and Fold: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over half of the omelette. Fold the omelette in half to cover the cheese. Reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 30 seconds on each side to fully melt the cheese and finish cooking the eggs gently.
- Serve: Transfer the omelette to a plate, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve alongside sliced avocado for a creamy contrast.
Notes
- Remove jalapeno seeds to reduce the spiciness if desired.
- Use a nonstick pan to prevent sticking and easy folding.
- Freshly shredded cheddar cheese melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
- You can substitute cheddar with pepper jack cheese for extra spice.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, omit cheddar or use vegan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 omelette
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 410 mg
