QiMeal
Omelets in a Bag
Omelets in a Bag · ready in 25 min · 4 servings · 260 kcal per serving · very easy · 6 ingredients
These tender, fluffy omelets cook gently in simmering water, locking in savory flavors and staying perfectly moist without a pan. Each portion is customizable, making them fun, foolproof, and ideal for feeding a group.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Total
- 25 min
- Serves
- 4
- kcal
- 260
- Difficulty
- very easy
Ingredients · 4 servings
- 400 gEggs
- 120 gHam
- 120 gCheese
- 6 gSalt
- 2 gPepper
- 80 gOnion
Equipment
stovetop, chef knife, fork, plate, stockpot, tongs, zip top bag
Instructions
- Prep pot and tools
Gather all ingredients and equipment, including a large stockpot, zip-top bags, and tongs, then fill the pot halfway with water. · 1 min
What to look for: pan half full
- Bring water to boil
Place the stockpot on the stovetop and bring the water to a steady boil over high heat. · 8 min
What to look for: water bubbling vigorously
- Add eggs to bag
Crack two eggs into each quart-size zip-top bag, keeping the bags upright to avoid spills. · 1 min
What to look for: eggs inside bag
- Beat eggs
Seal the bag loosely and gently mash the eggs with your hands until the yolks and whites are fully mixed. · 1 min
What to look for: uniform yellow mixture
- Add fillings
Open each bag and add chopped ham, cheese, onion, salt, and pepper, distributing the ingredients evenly. · 2 min
What to look for: evenly distributed pieces
- Seal bags
Press out as much air as possible from each bag, then seal tightly to prevent water from entering. · 1 min
What to look for: air removed, sealed edge
- Cook omelets
Lower the sealed bags into the boiling water and cook until set, then carefully remove them with tongs. · 13 min
When it is done: eggs are fully set with no liquid remaining
- Plate omelets
Open each bag carefully and slide the cooked omelet onto a serving plate. · 1 min
What to look for: no dripping water
- Serve
Serve the omelets hot and enjoy them right away. · 1 min
What to look for: set and fluffy
Nutrition (per serving)
| kcal | 260 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 20 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3 g |
| of which sugars | 1 g |
| Fat | 19 g |
| of which saturated | 8 g |
| Fibre | 1 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
Nutri-ScoreC
Allergens
Contains: eggs, milk
May contain: soybeans
Storage and reheating
- Fridge: up to 2 days
- Freezer: yes, up to 1 months
Ingredient substitutions
Eggs
- Egg substitute liquid: Use unsweetened plain egg replacer for best results.
Ham
- Cooked bacon: Chop finely so it heats evenly.
- Cooked mushrooms: Pre-cook to remove moisture.
Cheese
- Cheddar cheese: Sharp varieties add more flavor.
- Dairy-free shredded cheese: Choose meltable styles for best texture.
Salt
- Sea salt: Flakey salt dissolves quickly in eggs.
Pepper
- White pepper: Milder and less speckled than black pepper.
Onion
- Green onions: Milder and more FODMAP friendly portion.
