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.
WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE
- Eggs: Large, fresh eggs are best.
- Water: Cold eater is the secret ingredient for light and fluffy eggs every time; I use 1 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.
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.
COOKING 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, or Bison Steak.
- Turn them into a breakfast sandwich
- Mix in chopped vegetables.
- Top eggs with sliced avocado.
- Spice them up with 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
Equipment
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- salt, a pinch
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
- 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.
- The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.