How To Make Delicious Scrambled Eggs

 by Brennn10
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I made these delicious scrambled eggs this morning. It is a simple and quick recipe which produces great tasting scrambled eggs!

 
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Step 1: Ingredients

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Here is what you will need to make these delicious eggs.

  • Eggs I made three
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Canola Oil Spray
  • Butter
  • Milk
  • Pan
  • Spatula
  • Bowl
  • Fork
  • Knife
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TheNetwerk says: Sep 29, 2011. 9:52 PM
...canola spray *and* Brummel and Brown's version of margarine?

That is A LOT of oil. The canola spray is just spray canola oil and the Brummel and Brown contains soybean oil, palm oil, kernel oil, and more canola oil.

If people were concerned about flavor/texture, one must wonder why they didn't just use some organic unsalted butter..

ilpug says: Aug 6, 2011. 12:28 PM
okay, you have inspired me to make an instructable featuring my cast-iron egg making recipe. after it is up, i will post a link and you can make it, and test it against your recipe. Deal?
aquafolium says: Aug 6, 2011. 10:04 AM
yes, the secret is in cooking VERY slowly, like 5 mins. then they are really creamy!
Kent says: Mar 15, 2008. 5:20 PM
There is one crucial piece of information missing, I think. The temperature of the pan should be fairly low, about 3 or 4 on a scale of 10. Eggs cooked fast will be tough compared to eggs cooked slowly. I use a small skillet. I do not stir the eggs in the pan. I just put the beaten eggs in the pan and put a lid on to get the steam to cook the top. When they are nearly done I flip them. I can get a little brown on the bottom, and I like the taste. Some people don't. For additives, add a good melting cheese, mozzarella or even a slice of American. I love a chive, chopped finely. (If a bunch is called chives, one must be a chive.) I also add chopped fresh tomatoes and mild peppers in season. I don't mind seeing this here. Maybe this is for the guys in the Hardee's commercials: "Without us, some guys would starve." I just hope they don't reproduce first.
nisoe in reply to KentAug 6, 2011. 8:55 AM
thanks
bumsugger in reply to KentJun 16, 2011. 2:30 PM
They're not scrambled eggs,thats a Spanish omelette!
Kent in reply to KentMar 15, 2008. 5:23 PM
I forgot one tip, already mentioned in other comments. Stop just before they look done. They will keep cooking a bit. This is called carryover.
nisoe says: Aug 6, 2011. 8:54 AM
how much milk!??
SylverX says: Jul 21, 2011. 8:37 AM
Yummy! I made them this morning (only used two eggs...for one person who was going after some toast afterwords and who didn't want her mother to be upset) and they turned out GREAT! Thank you for putting this up - it gave me a lot of confidence in making them.
colorex says: Jul 6, 2011. 3:25 PM
Congratulations on an excellent photo! (the first one)
bumsugger says: Jun 16, 2011. 2:26 PM
Looks Good,but I only thought that it was only us Brits that put milk in our scrambled eggs(during and after WW2) 'cos they were so scarce,over here at least,but now we,I at least,don't ,'cos eggs are much more plentiful.In order to make them more of a meal,add some chopped chives to your taste,and serve them on a couple of rounds of hot buttered toast,yum !
Roflolommo says: May 25, 2011. 9:21 PM
I go with the cook bacon then cook the eggs in the leftover grease from the bacon method.
grindboy says: Mar 4, 2010. 5:56 AM
Egg-cellent! Thanks.
NatNoBrains in reply to grindboyDec 29, 2010. 9:42 AM
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Peale says: Jan 21, 2010. 12:59 PM
Here's a hint - don't add your salt until JUST before the eggs are done cooking.  Salt draws out moisture, which you want to keep in your eggs. 
lakattack in reply to PealeAug 24, 2010. 1:36 AM
I agree, I was actually going to this step to make the same point. Kudos! I'd add all the seasonings afterward anyway, especially if you're making it for more than one person.
Peale in reply to lakattackAug 24, 2010. 2:07 AM
Pepper or other herbs I might add halfway through because they lend flavour to the eggs, but salt? Always dead last.
halberdear says: Apr 22, 2010. 1:07 PM
No cheese, hunks of ham, or bacon?

What kind of scrambled eggs are these!? *recoils in horror*
CapnTac says: Aug 5, 2009. 6:47 AM
This was very good with Colby and Monterrey Jack cheese, onions, and a 'dollop' of sour cream.
jiganbopalot says: Feb 3, 2009. 5:59 AM
Exactly how I make them, minus the Canola Oil, and I'm always receiving requests to make them, which I'm happy to do as I enjoy people's enjoyment. Good post, and yep, good pic too!
mason0190 in reply to jiganbopalotJul 23, 2009. 6:12 PM
I use: <>2 eggs> <>A Pinch of Parmesan Cheese <>A Tablespoon of salad bacon bits <>A Liiiiiitle bit of garlic powder for some much-needed zing <>Sauted Onions (I sauted them first and put the mixture of eggs and everything else on top.)
johncar says: Mar 13, 2008. 9:05 PM
Sorry to negative but did I miss something? This the the standard way to make scrambled eggs! Many of the posts here are interesting but this ! Sorry but I cannot see why it was published.
lawizeg in reply to johncarAug 21, 2008. 1:39 PM
You'd be surprised. Many people Just live off of junk, and they don't know how to make good food.
Aira.vj in reply to johncarMar 15, 2008. 4:14 PM
Not everyone grows up with a parent who teaches them to cook. I had to learn how to make simple things like scrambled eggs on the internet, and this seems like a very nice little instructable on how to do it. Always remember, just because you know how to do something doesn't mean that everyone does! :)
CapnTac in reply to Aira.vjAug 5, 2009. 6:31 AM
Yeah, I've been having to teach myself lately.
I Am An Evil Taco in reply to Aira.vjMay 17, 2008. 4:59 AM
Yeah. You're right.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1SM73Qi1BQ

I scramble them in the pan. pre-scrambling them makes them watery and changes the texture. a bit of sour cream and chive is a good idea, as is paprika and sliced green onion.

Simple instructions on this kinda site are great. Fresh mayo, for example. How many people do you know that can make it? blended oil and egg whites, and it saves a purchase at the store. I think this kind of thing is exactly what this site needs.
blakemac in reply to I Am An Evil TacoOct 6, 2011. 7:35 PM
I was going to say the same thing. I never scramble or season eggs before they are in the pan. gordon ramsey taught me that here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dU_B3QNu_Ks

I've tried the way he does in that vid and it has worked really well for me.
Peale in reply to I Am An Evil TacoJan 21, 2010. 1:01 PM
Mayo is egg yolk and oil, not egg whites.  :)
Brennn10 (author) in reply to johncarMar 14, 2008. 4:14 AM
What is wrong with teaching people how to make simple scrambled eggs?
CapnTac in reply to Brennn10Aug 5, 2009. 6:43 AM
Nothing, don't listen to him. I just used these instructions, and the creation was very good. Thank you for your contribution.
Flumpkins says: Aug 6, 2008. 9:41 AM
What kind of camera do you have? It's one of the best cameras I have ever seen
Brennn10 (author) in reply to FlumpkinsAug 6, 2008. 2:18 PM
It is the Rebel XTi. My dad got it for free after he gave a talk on anesthesia at some conference.
lawizeg in reply to Brennn10Aug 21, 2008. 1:38 PM
Awesome! I really want a Nikon DSLR, but i don't think i'm ready for that awesomeness yet.
Flumpkins in reply to Brennn10Aug 6, 2008. 4:14 PM
Cool! Can I have it?
crazyboy246 says: Jul 10, 2008. 11:20 AM
add soy sauce after mm mm..
Yerboogieman says: May 20, 2008. 5:53 PM
you should spray the pan outside so you dont have to clean the oil off the walls
shadesofsisyphus says: Apr 11, 2008. 6:44 AM
If you put in about a tablespoon of sugar for 3-4 eggs it really sets these off. They dont taste super sweet, but they do taste better.
aboatman says: Apr 2, 2008. 11:11 AM
V8 or V8 hot and spicy or snappy tom. About a third of a can.
Poppa Chubby says: Apr 2, 2008. 10:12 AM
Nice job on a basic technique. On the milk/water debate- The solids in milk combine well with the eggs, but the whey does not. Not usually a problem if you only use a little, but I find that water (1 tsp/egg) actually makes the eggs fluffier. I agree with the others that you can add ALL KINDS of things to this basic recipe. I prefer using a hotter pan, and keeping the eggs moving.
RayMit says: Mar 14, 2008. 3:17 AM
I do something similar with a little extra added....chopped pre-fried bacon, some grated cheese.....try it.
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