Eggs will taste 'twice as good' if you stop frying them in a pan

When it comes to making the perfect omelette, most people will think of only one cooking method, and that is using a pan. Home chefs may differ in using butter or oil, adding ingredients to the eggs, and deciding on a preferred doneness, but most can agree that cooking an omelette in a pan is the ultimate method.

However, that might not be the case. Apparently, there is an even better, quicker, and easier way to make a tasty omelette, which will come out twice as good as the one you make in a pan.

CMU said: "Microwaving an omelette might sound unconventional, but it's a total game-changer for busy mornings or quick meals. Imagine making a fluffy, delicious omelette in just over a minute, without the fuss of frying pans or extra oil."

Cooking eggs in the microwave not only saves time, but the method is also supposed to have additional health benefits.

Microwaving your eggs eliminates the "harmful compounds" that are sometimes produced when frying foods at high temperatures.

Another advantage is that the cooking method allows you to keep "all the nutrients intact in your eggs", leaving you to enjoy every bit of your eggs' nutritious value.

If that's not enough to convince you, it also reduces your dish's calories, as you don't need oil or butter to cook it.

How to prepare an omelette in the microwave:

Step 1

Start by cracking eggs into a bowl and adding a bit of cold water or milk. Using milk makes the omelette lighter and fluffier, while water keeps it simple and low-calorie. Add a pinch of salt to help the eggs cook evenly. Then, beat everything together vigorously with a fork or whisk for about 45 seconds until you see a smooth, uniform mixture.

Step 2

Next, toss in some cheese. You can choose your favourite type - soft cheeses like feta or shredded parmesan work wonderfully. Stir the cheese into the egg mixture to spread it evenly.

Step 3

Pour the mix into a microwave-safe dish. The shape and size don't have to be fancy - just a simple bowl or small casserole dish should do the trick.

Step 4

Pop the dish into the microwave and cook it at medium-high power (around 800 - 900 watts) for 50 seconds. After this short spin, check the edges of the omelette. They should be pulling away from the dish, while the centre remains just a bit moist. Letting it rest for a minute helps the residual heat finish the cooking process, making it perfectly tender.

Step 5

If the omelette isn't cooked enough for your taste, you can zap it again in 10-15 second bursts until it reaches your preferred level of doneness.