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Classic Butter Scrambled Eggs

Tender classic scrambled eggs with small creamy curds—a quick breakfast that turns out especially delicious with gentle heat and constant stirring.

10 minutes
2 servings
Easy
245 calProtein: 14gCarbs: 2gFat: 20g0
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Ingredients

Main:

  • Chicken eggs - 4 pcs
  • Unsalted butter - 20 g
  • Milk - 30 ml

Spices & Seasonings:

  • Salt - 1 pinch
  • Ground black pepper - 1 pinch

Instructions

1

Prepare the egg mixture

Crack the eggs (4 pcs) into a bowl. Add the milk (30 ml), salt (1 pinch), and ground black pepper (1 pinch). Whisk with a fork or whisk for 20–30 seconds until uniform, without creating foam—just until the whites and yolks are fully combined.

2 minutes
Tip: For a richer flavor, you can skip the milk (30 ml): the scramble will be firmer and more pronounced in taste.
2

Heat the pan and melt the butter

Place a heavy-bottomed skillet over low heat. Add the butter (20 g) and melt until it is “just barely sizzling,” without letting it brown. Swirl to coat the bottom of the pan.

2 minutes
Tip: Low heat is the key to a tender texture: at high heat the eggs set quickly and turn dry.
3

Cook gently to make the scramble

Pour the egg mixture (eggs 4 pcs, milk 30 ml, salt 1 pinch, pepper 1 pinch) into the pan. Let it warm for 10–15 seconds, then start stirring with a silicone spatula, constantly scraping the bottom and gathering the eggs toward the center. Cook over low heat until small tender curds form and some of the mixture remains slightly creamy.

4 minutes
Tip: Stir continuously and gently: this gives you small “creamy” curds, as in classic European cooking sources.
4

Remove from heat and finish with residual heat

When the scramble is thick but still glossy and slightly moist (usually after 3–4 minutes), remove the pan from the heat. Keep stirring gently for 20–30 seconds so the eggs finish on residual heat. If needed, add another pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper to taste.

1 minute
Tip: Don’t overcook: perfect scrambled eggs finish cooking off the heat.
5

Serve immediately

Divide the scrambled eggs between warm plates (2 servings) immediately after cooking. If desired, top with a small knob of butter (from the 20 g total) for extra tenderness and shine.

1 minute
Tip: Warm plates help keep the creamy texture: on cold dishware the scramble “sets” faster.

When to Eat

Ideal for breakfast, right after cooking.

Health Benefits

A source of complete protein; the gentle cooking method helps keep a tender texture without excessive browning.

Warnings

Contains eggs and dairy.

Serve With

Serve with toast, fresh vegetables, or herbs.

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