Tamagoyaki
Tamagoyaki is a easy Japanese recipe that serves 2. 230 calories per serving. Recipe by Tasty on YouTube.
Prep: 5 min | Cook: 12 min | Total: 27 min
Cost: $3.48 total, $1.74 per serving
Ingredients
- 4 large Eggs (high‑quality, room temperature)
- 1 tsp Dashi Powder (instant dashi powder, dissolved in the egg mixture)
- 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (adds a subtle sweetness)
- 1 tbsp Mirin (sweet cooking rice wine)
- 0.25 tsp Salt (fine sea salt)
- 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil (neutral oil for greasing the pan)
Instructions
Beat Eggs
Crack the 4 eggs into the mixing bowl and whisk until the whites and yolks are fully combined with no streaks.
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Add Seasonings
Add the dashi powder, sugar, mirin, and salt to the beaten eggs and whisk gently until everything is evenly incorporated.
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Heat and Grease Pan
Place the non‑stick skillet over low heat (about 120 °C/250 °F). Lightly coat the surface with vegetable oil using a paper towel.
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Temperature: 120°C
Cook First Layer
Pour a thin layer of the egg mixture (≈¼ cup) into the pan, tilting to spread evenly. Cook until the surface is just set but still slightly moist on top.
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Temperature: low heat
Roll Omelette
Using the spatula, gently roll the set egg from one side to the other, forming a tight roll. Push the roll to the far side of the pan.
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Add Second Layer
Re‑oil the pan lightly, pour another thin layer of egg mixture, lifting the existing roll so the new liquid flows underneath. Cook until set, then roll the existing roll over the new layer.
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Temperature: low heat
Complete Layers
Continue adding thin layers and rolling until the egg mixture is used up, usually 5‑6 layers total. Ensure the final roll is firm but still moist.
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Temperature: low heat
Shape and Slice
Transfer the rolled omelette to a cutting board, let it rest for about 1 minute, then slice into 1‑inch thick pieces with a sharp knife.
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Serve
Serve the tamagoyaki warm over steamed rice or on its own. Optionally drizzle a little soy sauce or garnish with nori strips.
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Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 230
- Protein
- 24g
- Carbohydrates
- 14g
- Fat
- 14g
- Fiber
- 0g
Dietary info: Gluten‑Free (when using gluten‑free dashi), Low‑Carb, High‑Protein, Vegetarian (if fish‑free dashi is used)
Allergens: Eggs, Fish (dashi), Soy (if soy‑based dashi is used)
Last updated: April 16, 2026








