Golden Tamagoyaki — Layered Japanese Omelette
A silky, caramelized rolled omelette with delicate sweetness—the TikTok-easy version of Japan's iconic tamagoyaki. Fold, roll, and slice in under 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 240
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Whisk eggs, dashi, soy sauce, sugar, and mirin in a bowl until smooth.
Step 2
Heat oil in a rectangular tamagoyaki pan or 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering, ~60 seconds.
Step 3
Pour a thin layer of egg mixture (about 1/4 of total) into the pan, tilting to coat evenly.
Step 4
When the first layer is just set but still slightly wet on top, about 2 minutes, fold it toward you into thirds.
Step 5
Push the folded omelette to the far end of the pan. Pour in the next layer of egg; let it flow under and around the fold.
Step 6
Once set, fold again into thirds. Repeat with remaining egg until all is used, rolling and stacking layers.
Step 7
Slide the tamagoyaki onto a cutting board and slice into 1-inch pieces while still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- 8-inch nonstick skillet or tamagoyaki pan (rectangular preferred)
- medium mixing bowl
- whisk
- silicone spatula or chopsticks
- cutting board
- sharp knife
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