Bauern Omelette (German Omelette)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12

Bauern omelette with a German twist

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

3-4

Calories

327

Sugar

Fat

26g

Bauern omelette is a hearty version of the traditional French omelette. A popular German dish, it is made using leftover potatoes and other ingredients like onions and bacon to make a substantial breakfast meal. The omelette is easy to prepare and can be made with any ingredients you have on hand. Perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick weekday breakfast, this German omelette is sure to delight your taste buds with its savory flavors.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper.
2.	In a large skillet, cook onions and turkey bacon in oil until onions are translucent and bacon is browned.
3.	Add the boiled potatoes and stir until potatoes are coated well with the oil and bacon flavor.
4.	Pour the egg mixture over the potato mix and let it set at the bottom.
5.	Once the bottom start to solidify, use a spatula to lift and fold the omelette to let the uncooked egg to flow underneath. Repeat until there is no more liquid egg left.
6.	Let the omelette cook for another 1-2 minutes.
7.	Slide the omelette on to a plate and serve hot.

PROS

This omelette is easy to make, filling, and can be made with leftovers.

It is a perfect breakfast/brunch meal and has a nice classic feel to it.

CONS

The omelette can be challenging to cook for beginners.

The use of bacon makes it high in saturated fat.

This omelette may be too heavy for some people to eat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggs are a good source of protein rich in essential vitamins and minerals.
Onions are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and have compounds that may reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
Potatoes are rich in nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.

	6 eggs
	150 g potatoes , boiled , peeled , cubed
	50 g onions , diced fine
	100 g turkey bacon , cut into strips
	20 g butter
	salt , to taste
	pepper , to taste
	oil , for frying