Omelette with ham and sweet pepper
2 servings
15 minutes
Ham and sweet pepper omelet is a delicate dish of French cuisine that combines the fluffiness of eggs with a flavorful filling of juicy peppers, savory ham, and fresh green onions. This omelet is rooted in the traditions of French breakfasts where simplicity of ingredients meets refined taste. Sweet pepper adds a light sweetness and juiciness to the dish, ham adds richness, while fresh green onion provides a subtle piquancy. The omelet turns out soft and creamy with a pleasant balance of flavors. It can be served as a standalone dish or complemented with fresh baguette and herbs. Ideal for morning enjoyment or a light dinner. Its simplicity makes it accessible even for novice cooks, while its refined taste allows one to experience the charm of French gastronomy.
1
Cut the pepper in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and partitions. Cut the flesh into strips. Slice the ham into thin sticks. Chop the onion finely.
- Sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Ham: 100 g
- Green onions: 3 stems
2
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the pepper for 5 minutes. Add the ham and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, lightly salt, and add green onion.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Ham: 100 g
- Salt: to taste
- Green onions: 3 stems
3
Beat the eggs with milk and salt. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture, cover with a lid, and let it set for 3-4 minutes.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Milk: 4 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
4
Place the filling on the ready omelet, fold it in half or roll it up, transfer to a plate and serve.
- Ham: 100 g
- Sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Green onions: 3 stems