Mexican Omelet Recipe
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Ingredients
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Egg Mixture
Filling
Cooking
Method
Preparation of Egg Mixture
- 1
Whisk the Eggs
In a mixing bowl, crack the eggs and add the milk, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until fully combined and slightly frothy.
Preparation of Filling
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
Dice the red bell pepper, onion, and tomato. Seed and mince the jalapeño. Chop the cilantro. Combine these ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
Cooking the Omelet
- 3
Heat the Pan
In a non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- 4
- 5
Add the Filling
Once the edges are set, sprinkle the vegetable filling evenly over one half of the omelet. Then add the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the filling.
- 6
Fold the Omelet
Using a spatula, carefully fold the other half of the omelet over the filling. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the omelet is cooked through.
- 7
Serve
Gently slide the omelet onto a plate. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired and serve hot.