Word Search: Discover how world cultures made the omelette their own
We learn different recipes for omelettes, based on different culture's tastes
In how many different ways can you crack an egg? If it’s an omelette you’re looking to make, nearly every global cuisine has a unique recipe for this beloved breakfast.
Click start to play today’s Spell It, where you can find ingredients to use in a typical omelette. Don’t forget to get great recipes and guides from Gulf News’ Food section, where you can find recipes for several versions of omelettes, from a south Indian Karandi omelette to a Pangolin dome stuffed omelette.
Here are a few delicious omelettes to try, and more information on their origins:
1. Khai jiao, Thailand
A traditional fried omelette that’s a popular form of street food in Thailand, khai jiao has a unique, puffy texture. It gets its cloudy form and crispy edges when the whisked eggs are fried in hot oil. The omelette has a rich, umami flavour since it’s made with fish oil, green onions, other vegetables, and even meats like beef or chicken. Quick and cheap, it’s the perfect, go-to snack.
2. Tortillas de patatas, Spain
Otherwise known as the Spanish omelette, tortillas de patatas trace their origins to a general named Tomas de Zumalacarregui. Legend has it that while he was visiting the region of Navarra in Spain, he looked in on peasants’ homes. A poor housekeeper had practically no ingredients to cook him a meal, but she scrounged together what she did have – eggs and potatoes – and made the Spanish omelette. Today, these omelettes are made with layers of potato, sautéed in oil, along with onions and bell peppers, resulting in a thick, pie-like construction. It’s a classic, traditional dish in Spain, but every region adds its own twist to it, to match evolving tastes. Learn how to make one.
3. Greek omelette, Greece
With a Mediterranean twist, the Greek omelette is full of bright colours and is refreshing to eat. It’s usually pan-fried and features tomatoes, feta cheese and black olives, for a memorable sweet and salty flavour combination. Another Greek version is an open-faced omelette or a crustless quiche, called a sfougato. It’s typically made by combining beaten eggs with grated cheese, fresh herbs and a variety of vegetables. While omelettes are not usually associated with breakfast in Greek cuisine, they’re usually eaten as a quick and easy dinner.
Which kind of omelette do you prefer? Play today’s Spell It and tell us at games@gulfnews.com.