How to Make Scrambled Eggs

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Scrambled eggs are one of the most useful dishes you can learn to make, as they are both a delicious snack and an inexpensive main course meal. Let’s start by beating a few eggs in a bowl, then melt some butter in a pan and pour in the eggs. Stir continuously until the eggs begin to set. Continue cooking until the eggs are as thick as desired and enjoy while still hot and soft.

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2 eggs per person
1 teaspoon (5 g) butter
Salt and pepper to taste

Make at least 1 serving

Make scrambled eggs on the stove

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Beat eggs in bowl with fork or whisk. Determine the number of servings to make and prepare 2 eggs for each person. Use a whisk or fork to beat the eggs in the bowl until the whites and yolks have dissolved into one. ^{[1] X Research Source}

To prevent eggshell crumbs from entering the egg, smash the egg on a flat surface instead of hitting the rim of the bowl.

Do you know? This is when you can add salt to keep the eggs soft, but the eggs can turn a bit gray if you add salt before cooking.

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Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Place 1 teaspoon (5 g) butter in a small nonstick skillet and turn over medium heat. Heat the pan for about 1 minute until the butter melts and boils slightly. Tilt the pan around to spread the butter all over the bottom and sides of the pan. ^{[2] X Research Source}

If you like, you can use olive oil or coconut oil instead of butter.
If you like soft scrambled eggs, don’t heat the butter first, but pour the eggs and butter into the pan at the same time.

Pour the eggs into the pan and turn the heat to low. Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the pan. You will hear a sizzling sound when the egg hits the bottom of the pan. Then, turn down the heat so that the eggs don’t cook too quickly.

Stir and cook the eggs for 3-4 minutes. Use a silicone spatula or wooden spoon to stir the eggs continuously as they cook. Continue to stir with your hands until the eggs start to solidify and come off the sides of the pan. If you want the egg to be thicker, you should stir for about 3-4 minutes. ^{[3] X Research Sources}

If you like soft eggs, remove the pan from the heat and stir for another 30 seconds. Alternately stir when leaving the pan on the stove and remove from the heat until the eggs are soft.

Tip: If you like smooth scrambled eggs, stir or whisk them quickly while they cook. If you like eggs with a larger curd, you should stir slowly and gently to prevent the eggs from melting too much.

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Serve scrambled eggs as soon as they’re cooked for best texture. Turn off the heat and quickly place the eggs on a serving plate before the eggs cool. Sprinkle with seasonings like salt, pepper, or herbs, then serve with toast, bacon, or fruit.

The scrambled egg won’t last long as it will be runny.

Make scrambled eggs in the microwave

Crack eggs and add seasonings to a microwave-safe bowl. Choose a bowl with a round bottom, crack 2 eggs into the bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper. ^{[4] X Research Sources}

To add flavor to scrambled eggs, you can use your favorite seasonings in place of salt and pepper.

Beat eggs until mixture is smooth. Use a fork or small whisk to beat the eggs with the seasoning. Continue beating until the yolks and whites are combined. ^{[5] X Research Sources}

Heat eggs in microwave for 1.5 minutes on high power. Place the egg bowl in the microwave and cook for 30 seconds. Pause and stir the eggs before continuing to cook for another 30 seconds. Stop and stir the eggs again, then microwave again for a final 30 seconds.

The eggs will solidify and solidify when cooked.

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Stir in a little more butter for a richer flavor. Remove the egg bowl from the microwave and enjoy while the eggs are still hot. If you prefer buttery eggs, you can stir in 1 teaspoon (5 g) of butter until melted.

Tip: If you want to add herbs, add them when the eggs are just cooked. Try parsley, scallions, or basil.

Experiment with variations

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Stir in a little more milk to make the egg richer. To prevent the eggs from overcooking and having a fatty taste, stir a tablespoon of dairy products into the eggs. For example, you can use cream cheese, sour cream, French sour cream, mascarpone or cottage cheese. ^{[6] X Research Source}

If using cream cheese, you need to soften in the microwave for about 10-20 seconds. This will prevent the cheese from clumping in the scrambled eggs.

Add your favorite cheese for a richer flavor. Many people like to put a handful of grated cheese on a loose egg, others like to sprinkle cheese over a cooked egg. You can use one cheese or a combination of your favorite flavors. Try these cheeses: ^{[7] X Research Source}

Cheddar Cheese
Mozzarella
Feta Cheese
Goat milk cheese
Parmesan cheese
Smoked Gouda Cheese

Stir in more meat for a savory flavor. If you want to add raw meat to your eggs, such as bacon or raw chorizo, you need to cook the meat in the pan before you add the eggs. If using cooked meat, put the meat in the eggs 1 minute before removing from the heat to warm up the meat. ^{[8] X Research Sources}

Meats to choose from: BaconHam SausageSmoked Salmon

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Add herbs for extra flavor. Chop a few sprigs of herbs and add to the cooked eggs. Use one or a combination of several of your favorite herbs, such as dill, oregano, basil, parsley, or shallots. ^{[9] X Research Source}

A quicker way to get a richer herb flavor is to stir in some fresh pesto to taste. Remember that this will change the color of the eggs.

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Garnish scrambled eggs with your favorite sauce or seasoning for a unique flavor. Once you have the scrambled eggs on your plate, you can add some seasoning instead of salt and pepper, such as za’atar herbs or garam masala spice mix. If you’d rather drizzle over eggs, try sriracha, salsa verde, soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce. ^{[10] X Research Source}

A very simple and delicious sauce that can be drizzled over scrambled eggs is ketchup.

Advice

Making scrambled eggs more or less is up to you. Remember that if you’re making a lot of eggs, you’ll need to use a larger pan or make more batches.
While it’s common to add milk to eggs, most chefs and cooking experts agree that this does more harm than good. ^{[11] X Research Source} Milk, like any other liquid, will cause an egg to separate before it’s cooked, resulting in a dry and chewy scrambled egg. ^{[12] X Research Sources}^{[13] X Research Sources}

How to Make Scrambled Eggs

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