Tuesday, August 2, 2011

One Egg Tamagoyaki

INGREDIENTS

1 egg
1 Tbsp water
1 tsp tamari
1/2 tsp sugar
Sunflower oil for cooking

DIRECTIONS

Heat a small frying pan over medium heat.

Put all the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well with a fork or chopsticks.

When the pan is hot enough that a drop of water dances and evaporates immediately, pour in the egg. Stir gently with a fork or chopsticks until half-set. Use a spatula to fold the egg in half. Fold one third of the egg over with the spatula and press down. Fold the other third over and press the whole thing down.

Flip over and press again. Remove from heat promptly.

1 comment:

Phillip Ichikawa said...

This recipe is excellent for an authentic Japanese garnish.
Cut the tamagoyaki into thin strips, like a noodle and then into smaller pieces like a matchstick. This yellow tamagoyaki presents and tastes great with a pinch of Japanese pickled "Red" ginger sticks. Use these to top noodle dishes, soups and rice dishes. You can also add nori (dried roasted seaweed) sprinkles and roasted white or black sesame seeds too. For and authentic Japanese look and taste.

Please note Tamari can be substituted with a "less sodium" soya sauce, like Yamasa or Kikkoman brand.