How to Make Tamagoyaki (Japanese Rolled Omelette) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tamagoyaki, also known as Japanese rolled omelette, is a classic dish in Japanese cuisine that is enjoyed for its delicate texture and slightly sweet flavor. It is a traditional dish that is often served as part of a bento box or as a topping for sushi, but it can also be enjoyed on its own as a snack or light meal.

The unique cooking method for tamagoyaki involves rolling thin layers of seasoned egg to create a cylindrical shape, resulting in a beautiful and eye-catching presentation...

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Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 4 tablespoons prepared dashi stock
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
  • ½ teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ tablespoon vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 6 pieces

  • Whisk eggs, dashi stock, sugar, mirin, and soy sauce together in a bowl.
  • Heat 1/3 of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add about 1/3 of egg mixture and quickly swirl the pan to evenly cover the bottom. Start rolling up omelette from one side to the other as soon as it is set.
  • Keep roll to one side, then add another 1/3 of the oil to the skillet and another 1/3 of egg. Swirl the pan, ensuring the entire bottom is covered, including around and underneath first roll. Cook until set. Roll up from the side containing first roll, so that is now at the center.
  • Repeat the process with remaining oil and egg. Transfer rolled omelette to a bamboo rolling mat. Roll up tightly and allow to cool for a few minutes.
  • Unwrap omelette and slice into 6 pieces. Serve warm or cold.
  • Nutrition

    209 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 372mg
    • Sodium: 260mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 179mg