This article was co-authored by Thuong Tan. Thuong Tan is a Noodle Expert and the Founder of Noodelist, a food startup producing plant-based instant noodles. Thuong holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Business and Marketing from Haaga-Helia, University of Applied Sciences, and an MBA in Luxury Brand Management from IFA Paris, Polimoda/Shanghai University. Noodelist’s mission is to produce premium plant-based moroheiya noodles that are nutrient-dense, texturally pleasing, and environmentally friendly.
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An instant noodle omelette is a quick snack meal with the redeeming health feature of protein- and nutrient-rich egg. It's so easy that children learning to cook can make this one as a beginner recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 85g packet of noodles, with flavour sachet
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup chopped tomato and celery
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped finely
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons grated cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil
Steps
Cooking the noodles
Making the omelette
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1Crack the eggs into the bowl. Add the parsley, chopped tomato and celery pieces and mix well. Then add the noodles and mix through.
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2Pour the butter or oil into the frying pan. Heat gently.
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3Add the omelette mixture. Cook for 5 minutes without stirring.
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4Sprinkle the cheese over the omelette.
- If possible, place the omelette under a grill to brown.
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5Serve hot. Slide the omelette onto a serving plate. Serve with a side salad.
Community Q&A
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QuestionIn the second method, do I add water?
Community AnswerNo. The second method is a continuation of the first. Technically, there is only one method here.
Things You'll Need
- Small saucepan
- Colander
- Mixing bowl
- Fork
- Nonstick frying pan (use a pan that can be placed on the hot plate and under the grill if possible)
- Serving plate
About This Article
To make an instant noodle omelette, bring the water to a boil, then add the noodles and the flavour sachet. Cook the noodles according to the packet directions, drain them well and set them aside. Next, crack the eggs into a bowl and mix in chopped parsley, tomatoes and celery, along with the noodles. Then, heat a frying pan gently with butter or olive oil and pour in the omelette mixture. Cook the omelette for 5 minutes without stirring, and finish by sprinkling cheese on the top. For more instructions, like how to brown your omelette for added flavor and texture, keep reading!
