Description
These 40-second scrambled eggs are soft, creamy, and quick to make. With just eggs, water, and a hot skillet, you can create a satisfying breakfast in under a minute—perfect for busy mornings or egg lovers.
Ingredients
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon neutral oil or ghee
Splash of lukewarm water
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh herbs like chives (optional)
Instructions
- Heat an 8-inch skillet over high heat until very hot.
- Whisk eggs with a splash of lukewarm water until frothy and bubbly.
- Add oil or ghee to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom evenly.
- Pour in the eggs and immediately begin gently swirling cooked edges to the center using a silicone spatula, tilting the pan to allow uncooked egg to flow outward.
- Continue for 40 seconds, then remove from heat. Optionally, cover with a lid to let steam for extra softness.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a well-seasoned skillet like cast iron or carbon steel for better results.
- Add cheese or spices for extra flavor just before serving.
- Stop cooking at 30 seconds for extra soft eggs.
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: 40 seconds
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
