Potato and Onion Omelette
Potato and Onion Omelette is a easy American recipe that serves 1. 480 calories per serving. Recipe by Breakfast For One on YouTube.
Prep: 30 min | Cook: 23 min | Total: 1 hr 3 min
Cost: $1.94 total, $1.94 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 medium Medium waxy potato (Yukon Gold or red) (peeled, sliced 1/5 inch thick, then quartered)
- 1 medium Medium onion (sliced 1/5 inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons Neutral cooking oil (vegetable or canola) (for initial sauté, plus 1 tbsp reserved for final cooking)
- 3 large Large eggs (beaten until smooth)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt (or a little less, to taste)
- to taste Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Prepare potatoes and onion
Peel the potato, slice the potato and onion with a mandolin to about 1/5 inch thick, then cut the slices into quarters or halves so they cook faster.
Time: PT7M
Heat oil
Place the 10‑inch skillet over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp oil. Heat until the oil shimmers but does not smoke.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: medium
Sauté potatoes and onions
Add the sliced potatoes and onions to the pan, toss to coat with oil, and cook for about 13 minutes, flipping and stirring every 3‑4 minutes. Adjust heat between medium and medium‑high as needed. Test potatoes with a fork; they should be tender and the onions golden brown.
Time: PT13M
Temperature: medium to medium-high
Remove potatoes and onions
Using a strainer or slotted spoon, scoop the cooked potatoes and onions out of the pan, reserving the oil in the skillet for later.
Time: PT1M
Beat eggs and combine
Crack the 3 eggs into a mixing bowl, beat until smooth, then add the sautéed potatoes and onions, ½ tsp salt, and freshly ground pepper. Stir gently to combine.
Time: PT3M
Rest the mixture
Cover the bowl and let the egg‑potato mixture sit for 18 minutes. This helps the potatoes absorb the egg and improves texture.
Time: PT18M
Start cooking the omelette
Return the skillet to the stove, add the reserved 1 Tbsp oil, and heat over medium. Pour the rested mixture into the pan, spreading it into an even layer.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: medium
Set the first side
Cook for about 1 minute until the edges begin to set, then reduce heat to medium‑low and continue cooking for 2‑3 minutes. The top should still be slightly runny.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: medium‑low
Flip the omelette
Loosen the edges with a spatula, place a plate over the pan, and carefully invert the omelette onto the plate. Then slide it back into the skillet, uncooked side down.
Time: PT2M
Finish cooking
Cook the flipped side over medium‑high heat briefly until the bottom is lightly golden, then lower to medium‑low and cook another 2 minutes until the center is set but still moist. Flip once more if desired for a uniform color.
Time: PT4M
Temperature: medium‑high then medium‑low
Serve
Slide the finished omelette onto a serving plate and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 22 g
- Carbohydrates
- 36 g
- Fat
- 29 g
- Fiber
- 4 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten‑free, High‑protein, Low‑sugar
Allergens: Eggs
Last updated: April 7, 2026




