Ukrainian Cuisine
Omelette with Baked Peppers and Sour Cream
Omelette with baked peppers and sour cream is a refined take on a morning classic, turning a familiar breakfast into a true restaurant-quality brunch. The fluffy, airy egg base blends harmoniously with the sweet, slightly smoky flavor of pre-baked bell peppers. A delicate cream made of rich sour cream and fresh dill adds a pleasant coolness, velvety texture, and a light tang. The flavor balance is built on the contrast between the warm omelette and the chilled cream, enhanced by the juiciness of the vegetables. This dish proves that simple, local ingredients can create a profound gastronomic experience.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 20 min
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cooking
- 10 min
- Servings
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- Ukrainian Cuisine
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 245 kcal
- Protein
- 12 g
- Fat
- 18 g
- Carbs
- 6 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Bake the bell peppers in the oven until charred, then let the…
Bake the bell peppers in the oven until charred, then let them rest under film, peel, and slice the juicy flesh into thin strips for a sweet, smoky accent.
- 02
For the cream, thoroughly mix rich sour cream with finely cho…
For the cream, thoroughly mix rich sour cream with finely chopped dill and a pinch of salt until smooth and fragrant with a fresh herbal note.
- 03
Whisk the eggs with milk and salt until lightly frothy, pour…
Whisk the eggs with milk and salt until lightly frothy, pour into a well-heated pan with butter, and cook covered on low heat until fluffy.
- 04
Place the baked pepper strips on one half of the hot omelette…
Place the baked pepper strips on one half of the hot omelette, fold it gently, slide onto a plate, and top with a dollop of cool sour cream.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
Prep ahead: the bell peppers can be baked in advance, peeled, and stored in oil in the refrigerator.
How to serve
Serve the omelette immediately after cooking, topping it with the chilled sour cream and garnishing with fresh dill sprigs.
How to store
It is recommended to eat the omelette fresh. Baked peppers and sour cream can be stored in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Note
Reason for inclusion in the catalog: provides a restaurant-like feel using simple ingredients.
