Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Root CafeA La Carte Egg Recipe

A La Carte Egg Recipe

Inspired by The Root Cafe
Time15m
Serves1

Make A La Carte Egg Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Eggs

Cooking Fat

Method

Prep

  1. 1

    Prepare Ingredients

    Gather all ingredients. Chop fresh chives, dice tomatoes, and slice avocado. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

  2. 3

    Whisk the Eggs

    In a bowl, crack the 2 large eggs and add 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Whisk until fully mixed.

  3. 4

    Cook the Eggs

    Pour the egg mixture into the heated skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges start to set.

  4. 5

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle 0.5 cups of cheddar cheese over the eggs. Add diced tomatoes and sliced avocado on top. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the eggs are fully cooked.

  5. 6

    Garnish

    Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives over the top for garnish.

Serve

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    Carefully slide the egg mixture onto a serving plate. Enjoy your A La Carte Egg hot!

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