How to make perfect scrambled eggs

Manu Feildel cooks perfect scrambled eggs
When done right, scrambled eggs can be one of the most delicious breakfasts of choice. But, how does one cook perfect scrambled eggs?

It’s not so easy to get this traditional breakfast staple right. So, in an effort to help you achieve the perfect scrambled eggs, we’ve enlisted the help of an A-lister to ensure this simple breakfast staple is spot-on every time.

Celebrity chef, Manu Feildel shares his professional tips on how to get the perfect scrambled eggs:

Manu’s perfect scrambled eggs

  1. Whisk 2-3 whole eggs with 20-30ml milk, a good pinch of sea salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a medium frying pan over low heat. Add a knob of butter and when foaming, pour in the eggs and leave for 60-90 seconds to begin to set.
  3. Gently pull the egg from the edges, into the centre of the pan. Turn and tilt the pan so the runny egg takes up the available space and runs off the set egg. This gentle pulling will make egg “ribbons”.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat before the egg is completely set. Leave to sit for a minute or two, this will let the egg gently finish cooking in its own heat. 
  5. To serve, place on top of 1-2 pieces of toast and finish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.

Before you get started, here are some common scrambled eggs mistakes:

  • Stop the pan from getting too hot. If the pan is too hot the eggs will cook too quickly rather than be lovely and light. 
  • Don’t be rough and move the eggs too much. Light gentle movement will help the eggs stay light and not break up.
  • No need to overcook the eggs, this will also make them tough and rubbery. Remove them from the heat when still a little wet in places. The residual heat from the pan and the eggs will finish cooking them through.

And if you’re feeling like something slightly different:

  • For more decadent eggs, you can keep six or so eggs in a glass jar with a piece of truffle. This will infuse the eggs with the truffle flavour. Then, finely grate some of the truffle over the eggs just before serving
  • For cheesy eggs, pour the egg mix into the pan and leave to cook for 60-90 seconds then scatter with your favourite grated cheese and continue the cooking process. Serve with hot buttered toast and sliced ham or crispy speck.
  • For Asian style eggs, add 20ml of water and 10ml of light soy sauce instead of milk to the eggs. Finish with Japanese mayonnaise, crispy shallots and a squeeze of sriracha or a drizzle of chilli oil.

herb-infused scrambled eggs and salmon on a tortilla

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Try our herb-infused scrambled eggs and salmon. Makes for a memorable start to the day.

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