How To Make Simple Scrambled Eggs
Here’s a simple guide on how to make delicious scrambled eggs, complete with images for each step:
Ingredients:
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2-3 large eggs per person
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1 tablespoon milk, cream, or water per 2 eggs (optional, for creamier eggs)
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1/2 teaspoon butter or oil per 2 eggs
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional additions: shredded cheese, chopped chives, hot sauce, etc.
Equipment:
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Bowl
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Whisk or fork
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Non-stick skillet
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Spatula
Instructions:
Step 1: Crack the Eggs
Gently crack the desired number of eggs into a bowl.
Step 2: Whisk the Eggs
Add milk, cream, or water (if using), salt, and pepper to the bowl. Whisk vigorously until the yolks and whites are fully combined and slightly frothy. You shouldn’t see distinct streaks of yolk or white.
Step 3: Heat the Pan and Add Fat
Place a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Add butter or oil to the pan and let it melt and coat the bottom evenly. The pan is ready when the butter is melted and shimmering but not browning.
Step 4: Pour in the Eggs
Pour the whisked egg mixture into the hot skillet.
Step 5: Gently Cook and Stir
Allow the eggs to cook undisturbed for about 30 seconds, until a thin layer starts to set around the edges. Then, using a spatula, gently push the cooked egg from the edges towards the center, tilting the pan to allow the uncooked egg to flow underneath.
Step 6: Continue Cooking to Your Desired Consistency
Continue this process of gently pushing and tilting until the eggs reach your desired level of doneness. For creamy, slightly wet scrambled eggs, cook for a shorter time. For firmer, drier eggs, cook a bit longer. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become rubbery.
Step 7: Add Optional Ingredients (if desired)
If you’re adding cheese, sprinkle it over the eggs in the last minute of cooking and stir until melted. Stir in chopped chives or other additions just before taking the eggs off the heat.
Step 8: Serve Immediately
Remove the scrambled eggs from the pan and serve them immediately while they are still warm and tender. You can add a final sprinkle of pepper or your favorite toppings.
Enjoy your perfectly cooked scrambled eggs!