Omelette

An omelette, sometimes spelled "omelet" is a delicious dish made from beaten eggs cooked in a frying pan with butter or oil. Often, it’s filled with flavorful ingredients like cheese, vegetables, mushrooms, or meat and then folded to perfection.

The omelette has a long history, dating back to ancient Persia. Over time, it has evolved and taken on different forms and names in various cultures. For instance, in China, there’s egg foo yung; in France, there's the famous Omelette de la Mère Poulard; in India, you can enjoy Egg Appam; Italy offers the hearty frittata; Japan serves up tamagoyaki; and Spain has the beloved tortilla de patatas. In the United States, popular versions include the Denver omelette and the healthier egg white omelette.

Omelettes have even made their way into the record books. In Yokohama, Japan, the largest omelette on record measured an astounding 128.5 square meters and used 160,000 eggs. This record was subsequently surpassed in Santarém, Portugal, where an omelette weighing 6,466 kg was made using 145,000 eggs and a gigantic 10.3-meter diameter pan.

Whether you prefer a classic cheese omelette or a more adventurous version with unique fillings, this versatile dish is a favorite around the world, showcasing a variety of ingredients and cooking styles that reflect the diversity of global cuisine.