Classic French Herb Omelette
Classic French Herb Omelette is a easy French recipe that serves 1. 310 calories per serving. Recipe by Home Cooking with Jacques Pépin on YouTube.
Prep: 4 min | Cook: 4 min | Total: 13 min
Cost: $1.42 total, $1.42 per serving
Ingredients
- 3 pieces Eggs (organic, large)
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter (softened, cut into small piece)
- 1 tablespoon Chives (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Chervil (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Tarragon (finely chopped)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Chop herbs
Wash and finely chop the chives, parsley, chervil, and tarragon.
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Beat eggs
Crack the eggs into a bowl, add salt and pepper, then beat vigorously with a fork, incorporating the chopped herbs at the end, until the mixture is uniform and slightly frothy.
Time: PT2M
Melt butter
Place the nonstick skillet over low heat, add the butter, and let it melt and coat the surface without browning.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: low
Cook omelette
Pour the egg mixture into the pan. Using a fork in one hand stir rapidly while the other hand guides the pan, creating tiny curds. As the eggs begin to set, tilt the pan and use the spatula to fold the edges toward the center, keeping the middle soft and moist.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: low
Shape and serve
When the omelette is mostly set but still slightly runny on top, fold it in thirds or roll gently, then slide it onto a warm plate and garnish with a few extra herbs if desired.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 18g
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Fat
- 24g
- Fiber
- 0g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Allergens: Eggs, Dairy (butter)
Last updated: April 7, 2026






