Chinese chives and egg omelette is a simple and comforting dish that we often make at home. It’s quick, delicious, and only requires a few basic ingredients. The combination of fluffy eggs and fragrant garlic chives makes this a perfect side dish to complement any meal.
Can I Substitute the Ingredients?
You can substitute with spring onions or add some spices. The taste profile will be different.
Chef’s Tips
Use Fresh Chives: Fresh garlic chives have a stronger aroma and better texture. If they look slightly wilted, you can still use them
Add Cornstarch for a Softer Texture: Mixing a little cornstarch with the eggs helps create a slightly fluffier and softer omelette. Dissolve the cornstarch in a little water before adding. Make sure there are no clumps of dry flour.
Preheat the Pan Properly: Make sure your pan is hot before adding oil, and wait until the oil starts shimmering and forming ripples. This prevents the eggs from sticking.
Let the Eggs Set Before Moving Them: When you pour in the egg mixture, don’t stir or move it immediately. Let it cook undisturbed until the edges start to firm up and the middle part set. For the omelette to be more fragrant, cook until the base turns golden brown, then flip over.
Flip in Sections for Easy Handling: Instead of flipping the entire omelette at once, you can divide it into smaller sections and flip them individually. This prevents breaking and makes it easier to cook evenly.
What to serve with?
Serve with warm rice and other complimentary dishes.
Shelf Life and Storage
Best consumed on the same day.
Easy Chinese Chives and Egg Omelette Recipe
Equipment
- Wok or Cooking Pan
Ingredients
- 4 eggs 4 个鸡蛋，室温 room temperature
- 100 grams garlic chives 100 克韭菜
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1 茶匙玉米淀粉
- 1/3 teaspoon salt 1/3 茶匙盐
- 2-3 tablespoon oil for cooking 2-3 汤匙食用油
Instructions
- Prepare the ChivesWash the garlic chives thoroughly. Trim off any wilted ends and chop them into small pieces.
- Mix the IngredientsPlace the chopped chives in a mixing bowl. Add cornstarch and salt. Dissolve the cornstarch in a little water before adding. Crack in the eggs and mix well until combined.
- Heat the PanUse a stainless steel pan, non-stick pan, or wok. Heat it over medium heat until hot. Add oil and wait until it becomes hot—you'll see it start shimmering and forming ripples on the surface.
- Cook the OmelettePour the egg mixture into the center of the pan, allowing it to spread naturally.Let it cook undisturbed until the edges start to firm up. Reduce the heat to low and gently lift the edges.
- Flip and FinishOnce the bottom is golden brown, flip it. Cook for a few more seconds until done or until golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy!Transfer to a plate and serve warm. Enjoy this simple and fragrant home-style chives omelette with warm rice.
Notes
- Use Fresh Chives – Fresh garlic chives have a stronger aroma and better texture. If they look slightly wilted, you can still use them
- Add Cornstarch for a Softer Texture – Mixing a little cornstarch with the eggs helps create a slightly fluffier and softer omelette. Dissolve the cornstarch in a little water before adding. Make sure there are not clumps of dry flour.
- Preheat the Pan Properly – Make sure your pan is hot before adding oil, and wait until the oil starts shimmering and forming ripples. This prevents the eggs from sticking.
- Let the Eggs Set Before Moving Them – When you pour in the egg mixture, don’t stir or move it immediately. Let it cook undisturbed until the edges start to firm up, making it easier to flip.
- Flip in Sections for Easy Handling – Instead of flipping the entire omelette at once, you can divide it into smaller sections and flip them individually. This prevents breaking and makes it easier to cook evenly.