Omelette with morels and gruyere

3 servings

20 minutes

Omelet with morels and Gruyère is an exquisite dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of eggs, the forest mystery of morels, and the rich nutty flavor of Gruyère cheese. Morels, rare and valuable mushrooms, give the omelet a deep earthy aroma while caramelized onions add a sweet note. Melted Gruyère gently envelops the ingredients, creating a gooey texture and rich taste. This dish is perfect for a leisurely breakfast or cozy dinner and pairs wonderfully with rye bread and fresh herbs. The history of the omelet traces back to traditional peasant breakfasts where simple ingredients were transformed into hearty treats. Today it remains a symbol of refined taste, merging simplicity in preparation with restaurant quality. Serve the omelet immediately after cooking to enjoy its aroma and harmony of flavors.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 537.7
• Proteins: 22g
• Fats: 45.4g
• Carbohydrates: 8.6g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 6 pc
• Milk: 0.3 glass
• Grated Gruyere cheese: 50 g
• Butter: 4 tbsp
• Onion: 1 head
• Salt: to taste
• Morels: 1 glass
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. In a bowl, beat the eggs with milk, salt, and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 6 pieces
   • Milk: 0.3 glass
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

2. Thinly slice the onion and caramelize it in melted butter over medium heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Butter: 4 tablespoons

3. Add finely chopped morels to the onion in the pan and let the liquid evaporate.

   Required ingredients:

   • Morels: 1 glass

4. Pour in the eggs and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring gently to allow the eggs to cook.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 6 pieces

5. Sprinkle cheese on top and mix lightly. Serve immediately.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Gruyere cheese: 50 g