Savory Smoked Salmon & Chive Cream Cheese Omelet
Indulge in a deliciously luxurious breakfast with this Savory Smoked Salmon & Chive Cream Cheese Omelet. Perfectly fluffy eggs are lovingly folded over velvety cream cheese and rich, flaked smoked salmon, providing an exquisite balance of flavors that start your day off right. This dish is not only a delight to the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, ideal for sharing at brunch gatherings or savoring solo at home. Embellished with fresh chives for that extra kick, this omelet transforms simple breakfast fare into something extraordinary.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter or Margarine
4 teaspoons (Melted)
Eggs
8 (Beaten)
Chive & Onion Cream Cheese
1/2 cup (Softened)
Smoked Salmon
1 cup (Flaked)
Fresh Chives
To taste (Chopped (optional))
Instructions
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1. In an 8-inch omelet pan or skillet, melt 2 teaspoons of butter over medium-high heat until it is hot and bubbling.
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2. Pour half of the beaten eggs (about 1 cup) into the skillet. Allow the mixture to cook undisturbed until the edges begin to set.
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3. Gently slide a spatula under the cooked sections, lifting them to allow the uncooked eggs to flow underneath. Avoid stirring constantly to maintain the omelet's structure.
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4. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until the eggs are thickened yet still moist.
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5. Spoon 1/4 cup of the chive and onion cream cheese evenly over the omelet, followed by half of the flaked smoked salmon.
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6. With the help of a pancake turner, carefully tilt the skillet and loosen the omelet.
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7. Remove the pan from heat and fold the omelet in half. Let it stand for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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8. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to create a second omelet.
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9. Cut each omelet in half crosswise before serving. For a final touch, sprinkle with fresh chopped chives.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Savory Smoked Salmon & Chive Cream Cheese Omelet?
It is a luxurious breakfast dish featuring fluffy eggs folded over velvety chive and onion cream cheese and rich, flaked smoked salmon.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings by creating two large omelets that are each cut in half.
What are the primary ingredients for this omelet?
The main ingredients are eggs, butter or margarine, chive and onion cream cheese, smoked salmon, and fresh chives.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either 4 teaspoons of butter or margarine to cook the omelets.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
You will need 8 large eggs, which should be beaten before cooking.
What kind of cream cheese should I use?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of softened chive and onion cream cheese for the best flavor profile.
How should the smoked salmon be prepared?
The smoked salmon should be flaked before being added to the omelet filling.
What size pan is recommended for cooking the omelets?
An 8-inch omelet pan or skillet is ideal for this recipe.
At what temperature should I melt the butter?
Melt the butter over medium-high heat until it is hot and bubbling before adding the eggs.
How do I ensure the omelet sets correctly?
Allow the egg mixture to cook undisturbed until the edges begin to set before lifting them with a spatula.
Should I stir the eggs constantly?
No, avoid stirring constantly to maintain the omelet's structure; instead, lift cooked sections to let uncooked eggs flow underneath.
How long do the eggs take to cook?
The eggs should cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until they are thickened yet still moist.
How much cream cheese goes into each omelet?
Each of the two omelets should be filled with 1/4 cup of the softened cream cheese.
When do I add the smoked salmon?
Add the smoked salmon over the cream cheese after the eggs have thickened but before folding.
How do I fold the omelet?
Remove the pan from heat, use a pancake turner to tilt the skillet, and carefully fold the omelet in half.
Why does the omelet need to stand for 2 minutes?
Letting it stand allows the flavors to meld and the cream cheese to warm slightly.
How is the omelet served?
Cut each omelet in half crosswise and sprinkle with fresh chopped chives before serving.
Is this dish suitable for brunch gatherings?
Yes, its sophisticated flavor profile and beautiful presentation make it ideal for brunch.
Can I use fresh chives as a garnish?
Yes, fresh chopped chives are highly recommended as an optional garnish for an extra kick of flavor.
How do I make the second omelet?
Repeat the process of melting butter and cooking the remaining half of the eggs and fillings.
What is the texture of the finished omelet?
The omelet is fluffy and moist on the outside with a creamy and rich center.
Is this recipe considered high-protein?
Yes, with 8 eggs and smoked salmon, this recipe is a high-protein breakfast option.
Can I use plain cream cheese instead?
You can, but the chive and onion variety is specifically chosen to complement the smoked salmon.
What should I do if the eggs are still runny?
Continue to lift the edges and let the raw egg run underneath until the mixture is thickened but still moist.
Can I substitute the smoked salmon?
While smoked salmon is traditional for this flavor profile, you could use lox or even cooked salmon flakes.
How do I soften the cream cheese?
Leave it at room temperature for about 30 minutes or microwave it for a few seconds until it is easy to spoon.
Is this a savory or sweet breakfast?
This is a strictly savory breakfast featuring salty salmon and herbal chives.
Does this recipe include salt and pepper?
The recipe does not list them explicitly, as the smoked salmon and flavored cream cheese provide significant seasoning, but you can add them to the beaten eggs if desired.
Can I make this for just one person?
Yes, simply halve the ingredients to make one single omelet serving two people, or quarter them for one person.
What makes this omelet 'luxurious'?
The combination of high-quality smoked salmon and rich cream cheese elevates it from standard breakfast fare.