Description
Miso Scrambled Eggs are a deliciously creamy and umami-packed dish that brings a unique twist to your breakfast or light meal. Inspired by traditional Japanese flavors, this quick and easy recipe combines the rich taste of miso with fluffy scrambled eggs, ensuring a delightful start to your day. Ready in just five minutes, these eggs can be served on buttered toast, steamed rice, or even wrapped in tortillas for a satisfying meal any time. The versatility of this dish allows for easy customization with your favorite vegetables or spices, making it an ideal choice for busy mornings or casual dinners.
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 2 teaspoons white miso paste
- 2 teaspoons water
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- Pinch of shichimi togarashi (optional)
Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a medium bowl and whisk in the sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix miso paste with water until smooth, then combine with the egg mixture.
- Heat sesame oil in a cold nonstick frying pan over low heat and add the egg mixture.
- Stir gently until edges begin to set, then fold almost-set eggs toward the center.
- Cook until slightly runny; remove from heat immediately.
- Serve hot on buttered toast or over steamed rice, garnished with shichimi togarashi if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 210g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 560mg