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Japanese Omelet with Edamame Rice for Dinner

This streamlined Japanese omelet recipe offers a sweet, airy tamago served atop savory edamame rice, perfect for a quick dinner or comforting family meal.
Enhanced with optional garnishes like salmon roe or a drizzle of Sriracha, it balances delicate sweetness with bold flavors.
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Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 2

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet (small)
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Omelet Ingredients:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons light brown or granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce plus extra for serving
  • 1 teaspoon mirin
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

For the Rice Base:

  • Cooked shelled edamame for serving
  • Cooked rice preferably sushi rice, for serving

Optional Garnishes:

  • Salmon roe for texture and saltiness
  • Sriracha for heat

Instructions
 

  • Mix the Egg Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, soy sauce, mirin, and salt until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  • Cook the Omelet Base: Heat the sesame oil in a small nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the egg mixture, letting it cook gently until the bottom is set and the top is still slightly soft. Swirl the pan slowly to move any uncooked egg from the center to the edges.
  • Finish Cooking the Omelet: Once the top of the omelet is nearly dry, slide it onto a plate. Place the plate over the skillet and flip it so the uncooked side of the omelet faces down. Cook for another minute, or until fully set. Alternatively, if your skillet is oven-safe, place it under the broiler for 20–30 seconds to finish cooking the top.
  • Shape and Slice the Omelet: Carefully transfer the cooked omelet to a plate and roll it into a tight cylinder while it’s still warm. Use a knife to slice the rolled omelet into even rings.
  • Prepare and Assemble the Dish: Mix the cooked edamame into the warm rice. Arrange the omelet rings on top of the rice. Add optional garnishes such as salmon roe for a burst of saltiness or Sriracha for a spicy kick. Drizzle with additional soy sauce if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a more traditional tamago experience, consider using a tamagoyaki pan, though a regular skillet works well for this streamlined method.
  • Customize the flavor by adding scallions or sesame seeds to the rice for extra texture.
Keyword dinner recipe, easy omelet dinner, edamame rice bowl, Japanese dinner recipe, quick tamago recipe, tamago rice dish
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