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Carnivore Japanese Style Omelet
Soft, layered, and beautifully simple — this carnivore-friendly twist on the classic Japanese omelet brings delicate layers of seasoned eggs with a satisfyingly tender texture. Made without any plants, sweeteners, or starches, the basic version is pure and simple: just eggs, salt, and optional gelatin or bone broth powder for added richness. Customize it your way with savory add-ins like crispy bacon or melty cheese to turn it into a satisfying meal or snack.
Ingredients
Basic Omlet
Optional Add-Ins
Instructions
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Make the Omelet
- Bloom the gelatin (if using): Mix gelatin with 1 tbsp warm water and let sit for 1 minute.
- Whisk the eggs: In a bowl, whisk eggs with salt, bone broth powder, and bloomed gelatin (if using) until fully combined. Add cream or water if desired.
- Preheat your pan: Heat a ceramic nonstick or tamagoyaki pan over medium-low heat. Add a small amount of tallow, lard or ghee.
- Cook in layers (traditional style): Pour in a thin layer of egg mixture. Once partially set, gently roll or fold to one side. Repeat with remaining egg, folding each layer over the previous roll.
- Or: Cook all at once like a standard omelet and fold into quarters.
- Add-ins (optional): If using bacon, cheese, or meats, sprinkle over the center before the final fold or layer.
- Rest and slice: Let rest for 1–2 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, optionally drizzled with a carnivore glaze or melted fat.
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Level up your omelet with a savoury carnivore glaze
Reduced broth: In a small saucepan, simmer 1/2 beef or chicken bone broth on low until it reduces by half (to about ¼ cup). This concentrates flavor.
Add fats and gelatin: Stir in 1 tbsp beef tallow, 1/2 tsp gelatin, and 1/4 tsp salt while still warm. Let the gelatin dissolve completely and continue stirring until the glaze thickens slightly. If needed, whisk to emulsify.
Optional umami enhancer: Add anchovy powder at the end if you wish — just a pinch is enough to mimic soy sauce depth. Other options for a similar effect are to use 1-2 tsp duck fat or bone marrow fat.
Cool slightly: Let it sit for 1–2 minutes — it will thicken more as it cools. You want it pourable but glossy.
Serve: Drizzle over your omelette, serve in a dipping dish, or brush it on like a glaze.
Equipment
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 570kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 42g65%
- Saturated Fat 20g100%
- Cholesterol 830mg277%
- Sodium 1746mg73%
- Potassium 356mg11%
- Total Carbohydrate 3g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 44g88%
- Vitamin A 1726 IU
- Calcium 378 mg
- Iron 4 mg
- Vitamin D 4 IU
- Magnesium 37 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Enjoy with a spoonful of beef tallow on top or the savoury carnivore glaze, or serve cold like tamagoyaki for an easy grab-and-go snack.
Disclaimer: Nutritional information is estimated based on standard ingredient data and may vary depending on specific brands or ingredient variations used. This information is provided for general guidance only and should not be considered medical or nutritional advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider or nutritionist for personalized recommendations.
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