3-Egg Southwestern Sausage Omelette without Cheese

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How to make omelettes at home

Making omelettes at home can be pretty tricky. I've definitely screwed up my share of omelettes, instead serving what's closer to an egg scramble than a perfectly folded omelette.

Primarily, I think that omelettes take practice. Like so many cooking techniques (and other skills in life), performing the task over and over while trying to improve does lead to improvement.

So first and foremost, keep practicing! Beyond that, I have a few other tips to help you make good omelettes at home:

Use a smaller pan

It's going to be really hard to make a good omelette in a large, 10" to 12" skillet. Why? The more the egg spreads out, the thinner it is, and the more easily it'll break. Plus, it's much more challenging to transfer a huge omelette to a plate than a more compact version!

If you have one, grab an 8" skillet for making omelettes.

How to keep the omelette from overcooking on the outside while the inside is still uncooked

A brown, overcooked outside with runny eggs inside is the worst outcome of an omelette. Unfortunately, it's super common, and the culprit is pouring the eggs in the pan and letting them cook as-is, willing the eggs to cook through evenly before you add the filling.

That's not what we're doing here.

To make sure all the eggs cook, you'll use a spatula to gently pull the cooked eggs from the outside of the omelette towards the center, letting the uncooked egg flow out towards the edges. It's a gentle, active process, but it works!

Prep the filling beforehand

This tip is somewhat dependant on the filling you're using for your omelette. But in the case of this recipe (and most omelettes I make), pre-prepare/cook the filling. The sausage, bell peppers, and onion in this recipe are never going to cook and soften inside the omelette. The eggs would overcook waaaaay before that happened.

A more simple omelette like ham and cheese wouldn't need the pre-cook treatment, but most other omelettes do. Unless, of course, you prefer ingredients like bell pepper and onion to be on the raw and crunchy side. Personally, I don't.

Ingredients in this southwestern sausage omelette

For most of my recipes, the pursuit of good, complex flavor drives me in developing the ingredient list. That can definitely be said here.

This is one big ass breakfast packed with protein, veggies, and warm earthiness from spices like cumin and paprika.

What's inside the omelette

For the filling, we've got:

My go-to for breakfast sausage is usually Beeler's or Mulay's, both of which I can find in my local Natural Grocers. Both are great brands with great flavor! However, if you're sticking to a Whole30 right now, Mulay's is the way to go.

If you can't find serrano peppers in your area, grab a jalapeno instead and use half of it for the recipe - or the whole thing if you want a spicier kick.

What to top this omelette with

For me, the toppings are an integral part of this 3-egg southwestern sausage omelette! Please don't pass them by. Pick a couple or use 'em all - I guarantee your tastebuds will love it.

- Sliced avocado (a must!)

- Salsa

- Fresh chopped cilantro

- Siete Foods tortilla chips, crushed

- Sliced green onions

What to serve with this southwestern omelette

Potatoes are a classic pairing for an omelette, of course! You can pair this omelette with homemade hashbrowns, or crispy roasted potatoes, or sweet potato rounds.

If you're trying to keep the meal low carb, though, serve with fresh fruit or a light salad. This omelette has a ton of flavor, so no need to go crazy with a complex side dish.

Did you try this Southwestern Sausage Omelette recipe? I'd love to hear what you think! Please leave a comment and rating or tag me on Instagram - I appreciate your feedback.

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