The sizzle of crispy, golden halloumi cheese against the skillet is the hallmark of this Mediterranean-inspired breakfast omelette. As you fold the omelette, the creamy, whipped eggs envelop the salty cheese. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of fragrant oregano.
Ingredients
- 8 eggs, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 4 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 sprig fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Method
- 1In a medium bowl, beat the eggs until lightly frothy (2 minutes).
- 2Season the eggs with salt, pepper, and a pinch of chopped oregano.
- 3Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat (2 minutes).
- 4Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent and lightly caramelized (5 minutes).
- 5Add the sliced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
- 6Add the sliced halloumi cheese to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy on the bottom (3 minutes).
- 7Pour the egg mixture over the cheese and cook, lifting the edges and tilting the skillet, until the eggs are almost set (2-3 minutes).