Marie’s Chinese Omelet

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 15

Marie's Chinese Omelet

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

336

Sugar

Fat

15g

Marie's Chinese Omelet is a breakfast meal that combines leftover rice, vegetables, and eggs to create a delicious and nutritious dish. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a quick and easy way to use up leftover ingredients in their fridge. It's a hearty meal that can be customized with different vegetables or protein sources, making it a versatile breakfast option for any day of the week!

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and soy sauce together and set aside.
2.	In a skillet, heat up the butter over medium heat and add the onions. Cook until the onions are translucent.
3.	Add in the peas or broccoli and cook until they are heated through.
4.	Add in the rice and mix together. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
5.	Pour the egg mixture over the rice. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the eggs begin to set.
6.	Using a spatula, flip the omelet over and cook until the eggs are fully cooked.
7.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This omelet is a delicious way to use up leftover rice and veggies.

It’s a high-protein breakfast that’s easy to make and can be customized to your liking.

CONS

The soy sauce in this recipe can be high in sodium and should be used in moderation for those with high blood pressure.

Adding too many vegetables to the omelet can make it too bulky and difficult to flip.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggs are a great source of protein and can help keep you full throughout the morning.
Peas and broccoli are excellent sources of fiber and can aid in digestion.
Rice provides carbohydrates for energy, and soy sauce contains essential amino acids.

	1 cup leftover cold cooked rice
	1/3 cup finely diced onion
	1/4 cup soy sauce , to taste
	1 -2 tablespoon butter
	1/2 cup peas ( leftover ) or 1/2 cup broccoli ( leftover )
	2 -3 eggs