Greek omelette refers particularly to the omelette prepared in Greek cuisine using typical Greek ingredients like kalamata olives, bell peppers, red onions, tomatoes and Feta cheese. The omelette prepared in Greek cooking is a bunch of flavors attained from herbs and spices and the omelette is characterized with a crispy texture.
Like other omelettes, Greek omelette is also a perfect dish for a filling breakfast that is not only filling but immensely nutritious as well.
Greek Omelette Recipe Overview
This Mediterranean omelette is characterized by the abundant use of olives, herbs, fish, poultry, pork and vegetables like courgette, aubergines, tomatoes, beans, onion and green peppers.
Olive oil is also one of the most ancient and prominent element of Greek cooking, therefore this is one of the most commonly used forms of fat employed to fry the Greek omelette. Garlic, oregano, dill, thyme and basil are most often used flavorings in this Mediterranean type of omelette. These herbs provide a distinctive flavor to the dish and also add health.
The climatic conditions of the Greece are favorable for the breeding of sheep and goats; therefore, cattle is not commonly bred in the region leading to less consumption of beef. Goat meat or sheep meat are popularly included in the omelettes along with fish as the and seafood. Greek cheeses also hold a special place in the Greek omelette recipes. Some of the popular varieties of cheeses used are Feta, Aamouri, Mizithra and Kasseri.
All the ingredients including vegetables, meats and flavorings are sautéed in a hot skillet and combined with the beaten egg. It is necessary to cut the vegetables and meats in small pieces for even and fast cooking. The egg mixture is then poured in the skillet and allowed to cook until brown from the bottom. The top side of the omelette is also browned by flipping the omelette within the pan. Once both the sides are cooked, the shredded cheese is sprinkled on the top of the omelette which is either served flat with melted cheese or folded.
Serving and Eating of Greek Omelette
Pita bread or any other Greek bread is served as the accompaniment to Greek omelette. Omelette can either be served whole or it can be cut into slices before serving.