How to Cook Scrambled Eggs

Soft, fluffy, and full of nutrients – what’s not to love about scrambled eggs? Learn how to cook scrambled eggs with just a few steps.

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Scrambled eggs topped with chopped parsley with tomatoes in the background.

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE

Eggs: Large, fresh eggs work best.
Water: Cold water is the secret ingredient for light and fluffy eggs every time; I use one tablespoon for every two eggs I cook.
Avocado Oil: Oil prevents the eggs from sticking to the pan.
Salt: A pinch of salt on eggs go a long way in terms of flavor.

HOW TO COOK SCRAMBLED EGGS

The full recipe with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Step 1: Warm an empty non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Warm a non-stick skillet before adding oil or eggs.

Step 2: While the pan is coming to temperature, crack two eggs into a mixing bowl– discard the shells. Add one tablespoon of water and whisk the eggs vigorously until fully incorporated.

Step 3: Reduce the heat and add oil to the pan; warm the oil for one minute before adding the eggs to the pan. Allow them to cook undisturbed for 30 seconds until the edges appear to change.

Cook the eggs undisturbed for 30 seconds until the edges begin to change.

Step 4: Start in the middle of the pan, and make small circular motions using your spatula. Do this until you form large soft curds, then make gentle, back-and-forth motions until all sides of the egg have touched the pan.

Move the eggs in a circular motion until you form large curds.

Step 5: Remove the eggs from heat while they are still glistening, as the eggs will continue to cook.

Remove the eggs from the pan while they're still glistening.

EXPERT TIPS

Vigorously whisk the eggs before cooking them, and don’t be shy. Whisking creates pockets of air, producing fluffier eggs.
Warm avocado oil over medium heat, then reduce the heat before adding the eggs; this is important. The quickest way to make dry, overcooked eggs is using high heat.
Carryover cooking is a thing. Once you’ve formed large soft curds, remove them from heat as they will continue to cook.

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HOW DO YOU MAKE SCRAMBLED EGGS TASTE BETTER?

Garnish with chopped scallions, dill, or chives.
Turn them into a breakfast burrito.
Cook the eggs with cheese.
Add greens like spinach, arugula, or kale.
Cook the eggs with meat like bacon, air fryer sausage patties, air fryer ribeye steak, or bison steak.
Turn them into a breakfast sandwich
Mix in chopped vegetables.
Top eggs with sliced avocado.
Spice them up with skhug, pico de gallo, or chunky salsa.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why do you add water to scrambled eggs?

Adding water produces steam as they cook, producing fluffier eggs.

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How to Cook Scrambled Eggs

Tressa Jamil

Learning how to cook scrambled eggs isn't complicated, or at least it shouldn't be; follow our tips and make fluffy scrambled eggs every time.

5 from 3 votes

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings Serving

Calories 226 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

2 large eggs
1 tablespoon cold water
2 teaspoons avocado oil
salt, to taste

Instructions

Warm an empty non-stick skillet over medium heat.
While the pan is coming to temperature, crack two eggs into a mixing bowl– discard the shells. Add one tablespoon of water and whisk the eggs vigorously until fully incorporated.
Reduce the heat and add oil to the pan; warm the oil for one minute before adding the eggs to the pan. Allow them to cook undisturbed for 30 seconds until the edges appear to change.
Start in the middle of the pan, and make small circular motions using your spatula. Do this until you form large soft curds, then make gentle, back-and-forth motions until all sides of the egg have touched the pan.
Remove the eggs from heat while they are still glistening, as the eggs will continue to cook.

Notes

Expert Tips:

Vigorously whisk the eggs before cooking them, and don’t be shy. Whisking creates pockets of air, producing fluffier eggs.
Warm avocado oil over medium heat, then reduce the heat before adding the eggs; this is important. The quickest way to make dry, overcooked eggs is by using high heat.
Carryover cooking is a thing. Once you’ve formed large soft curds, remove them from heat as they will continue to cook.

Nutrition Disclosure:

The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.

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Ethan Thompson

Friday 26th of May 2023

I felt weird not knowing how to make scrambled eggs so thank you for posting.

Not weird at all. I am glad this write up was able to help you out.

Olivia Adams

These were the perfect fluffy scrambled eggs.

There are so many ways to make scrambled eggs, but fluffy scrambled eggs are my favorite.