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Chive omelet is a delicious and homey Chinese dish you can whip up in just 10 minutes! With fluffy eggs and fresh chives, it’s perfect for any meal of the day.
Chinese Chive Omelette Recipe
There are endless omelet recipes in Chinese cooking, and chives omelet is definitely one of the easiest ways to enjoy eggs. When it comes to cooking omelettes in Chinese cuisine, the options are endless. You can mix it up by adding veggies, proteins like ground pork or shrimp, and aromatics like scallions.
This chive omelet is such a great recipe that proves simple ingredients can create something amazing. With just a few basic ingredients, this omelet brings out the fresh flavor of chives, making it perfect for any meal! The fluffy eggs and bright green chives make for a comforting and tasty dish; I especially love it with porridge or congee.
This chive omelet recipe is also super quick and easy, requiring just two main ingredients and simple seasonings. It’s perfect for busy days when you don’t want to cook up a storm in the kitchen.
For more Chinese omelet recipes, check out my Shrimp Omelette and Egg Foo Young recipes!
Why This Recipe Works
- Quick and easy. You can whip up this omelette with chives in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy days or those last-minute meals.
- Uses up leftovers. Got leftover Chinese or garlic chives in the fridge? This recipe is a fantastic way to use them up, so you’re not wasting any food while adding a fresh burst of flavor.
- Comfort food. I grew up eating lots of chives omelet. The combination of fluffy eggs and fresh chives creates a comforting dish that’s both nostalgic and satisfying.
- Healthy recipe. Eggs and chives are both nutritious, providing protein and vitamins. This makes the dish a wholesome choice that’s both delicious and good for you.
Chive Omelet Ingredients
- Eggs – Use room temperature eggs for fluffy eggs.
- Chives – The more the merrier. Just cut them into small pieces and add them to the beaten eggs.
- Oyster sauce – This is indispensable in every Asian kitchen. It is like magic in a bottle, adding a savory umami kick to every dish!
- Fish sauce – The secret ingredient that completes the taste.
- Sesame oil
- White pepper
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients.
How To Make Chive Omelet
Step 1. Cut the chives into small pieces and set them aside. In a bowl, beat the eggs.
Step 2. Season the eggs with all the seasoning ingredients.
Step 3. Add the chives to the eggs.
Step 4. Heat the oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Pour the eggs into the wok or skillet and swirl them around to coat evenly. As soon as the sides begin to cook, flip the eggs over.
Step 5. Continue to cook until the eggs turn light brown or are set. Break the omelet into pieces if you like. Dish it out and serve immediately.
Helpful Tips For Home Cooks
- Beat the eggs just enough to combine the yolks and whites. Overbeating can make the chive omelet tough.
- Make sure your wok or skillet is hot before adding the oil. This helps the eggs cook evenly and prevents sticking.
- When you pour the eggs into the pan, swirl them around gently to coat the bottom evenly. This helps achieve that nice, fluffy texture.
- Keep the heat at medium-high to cook the eggs quickly without burning them. Do not overcook the eggs, or they will become “old” – a Cantonese saying of overcooked eggs!
Frequently Asked Questions
Chinese chives, or garlic chives, have a flatter leaf and a stronger garlic flavor compared to regular chives.
The chive omelet is done when the edges are firm and the center is slightly set but still moist. It will continue to cook off the heat.
Yes! A spicy chili sauce can add a nice kick and complement the flavors of the omelette with chives.
Reheat it in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave for a few seconds, but be careful not to overcook it, or it can become rubbery.
This recipe is only 116 calories per serving.
What To Serve With Chive Omelet
For a wholesome Chinese meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes.
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Chive Omelet
Ingredients
- 3 oz (90g) Chinese chives, garlic chives or kucai
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tablespoons oil
Seasonings:
- 1/8 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon oyster sauce
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Cut the chives into small pieces and set them aside. In a bowl, beat the eggs.
- Season the eggs with all the seasoning ingredients.
- Add the chives to the eggs.
- Heat the oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Pour the eggs into the wok or skillet and swirl them around to coat evenly. As soon as the sides begin to cook, flip the eggs over.
- Continue to cook until the eggs turn light brown or are set. Break the omelet into pieces if you like. Dish it out and serve immediately.
Notes
- Beat the eggs just enough to combine the yolks and whites. Overbeating can make the chive omelet tough.
- Make sure your wok or skillet is hot before adding the oil. This helps the eggs cook evenly and prevents sticking.
- When you pour the eggs into the pan, swirl them around gently to coat the bottom evenly. This helps achieve that nice, fluffy texture.
- Keep the heat at medium-high to cook the eggs quickly without burning them.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Made this chive omelet for dinner tonight (7th November 2024) and it turned out to be excellent. Thank you so much. We will cooking this dish for our grandchildren soon.
Hi Gopal, thanks for trying my recipe! Please help to rate my recipes next time. :)
5 Stars! Very good and easy recipe. I’ll definitely make again. I thought the sesame oil, oyster and fish sauces would overpower the flavor of the eggs, but that didn’t happen. It tasted great! Thank you!
Amazing and delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Awesome!
Amazing and delicious! Thanks for sharing!
What are Chinese chives (garlic chives)? Can the green part of green onions be used?
This sounds like it would be wonderful in fried rice also.
Yes you can.
I am sorry for silly question, but tsp – is it teaspoon or tablespoon? I love chives and want to try this recipe.Thank you.
Teaspoon.