Denver Omelet with Ham, Bell Pepper, and Onion Recipe
Follow this recipe to prepare a classic Denver Omelet, packed with savory ham, crunchy bell pepper, and sharp onion, all enveloped in fluffy eggs.
Equipment
- 1 Non-stick skillet For cooking the omelet
- 1 Mixing Bowl For whisking the eggs
Ingredients
- 4 Eggs Well beaten
- 1/2 cup Ham Diced
- 1/4 cup Bell pepper Diced
- 1/4 cup Onion Diced
- 1/4 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Optional
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp Butter or oil For cooking
Instructions
- Heat half the butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced ham, bell pepper, and onion, and cook until the vegetables are soft and the ham is slightly browned.
- Remove the filling from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter or oil and pour in the beaten eggs. Tilt the skillet to spread the eggs evenly.
- As the eggs set at the edges, gently push them towards the center, letting the uncooked eggs flow to the edges.
- Sprinkle the cooked ham, bell pepper, and onion mixture over half of the omelet. If using, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Gently fold the omelet in half over the filling and continue to cook until the eggs are fully set.
- Carefully slide the omelet onto a plate and serve hot.
Notes
The Denver Omelet can be customized with various fillings according to preference. Try adding mushrooms, tomatoes, or switching the ham for bacon or sausage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 390mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50000IUVitamin C: 19.8mgCalcium: 1500mgIron: 0.4mg
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