Soft, fluffy, and packed with savory dashi flavor — this Dashi-Maki Tamago is the ultimate Japanese-style rolled omelet!
The secret is mixing plenty of flavorful dashi broth into the eggs, creating a juicy texture that bursts with umami in every bite.
Using shirodashi (white dashi) makes it quick and easy to prepare, while keeping that authentic Japanese taste.
Perfect for breakfast, bento boxes, or as a side dish for rice.
10 minutes
Rinaty
PROFILE
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 2
Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings
When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.
- 3 eggs
- 8 tbsp. water
- 1 tbsp. shirodashi (white dashi, 10x concentrate)
- Vegetable oil, as needed
INSTRUCTIONS
- 1
Beat the eggs in a bowl. Add water and shirodashi, and mix gently to combine. Lightly oil a rectangular tamagoyaki pan (or small frying pan) and heat over medium.
- 2
Test the temperature by dropping a little egg mixture into the pan — it should sizzle. Pour about 1/6 of the mixture into the pan. When half set, roll it using a spatula (since the mixture is watery, a spatula works better than chopsticks).
- 3
Oil the pan again lightly. Pour in another small amount of egg mixture, lifting the rolled omelet to let it flow underneath. Once half set, roll again. Don’t worry if it doesn’t look perfect — you can fix the shape at the end! Repeat this process about six times, lightly oiling the pan each time.
- 4
When all of the egg mixture is used, press the omelet gently against the edge of the pan to shape it neatly.
- 5
Slice into bite-sized pieces and serve warm.
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Tips & Notes
・It’s okay to roll from either the front or back — whichever feels easier for you.
・Because the mixture is very soft and moist, work gently and take your time.
・A tamagoyaki pan helps achieve the traditional rectangular shape, but a small round pan works too.
・Serve with grated daikon or soy sauce for an authentic touch!
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