Scrambled Eggs with Water Recipe
These scrambled eggs with water are proof that simple food can still feel fancy. They come together in minutes, and you can't even tell there is no milk!
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- ½ tablespoon butter or oil - or non-stick spray
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the 3 eggs and water to a bowl and whisk them together with a fork.3 eggs, 1 tablespoon water
- Heat a pan over medium heat, and add butter, oil, or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.½ tablespoon butter or oil
- Add the eggs and let them sit for a minute, so the bottom layer begins to cook.
- Occasionally, move the eggs around the pan gently with a rubber/silicone spatula, until they are cooked to your liking.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy!salt and ground black pepper to taste
Notes
- Don’t overmix: You’re going for smooth, not foamy. Too much whisking can mess with the texture.
- Timing matters: Eggs go from silky to rubber in seconds, so stay close. No wandering off to check your phone.
- Salt later: Adding salt before cooking can make the proteins tighten and leak liquid. Season at the end for the best texture.
- Right tools: A silicone spatula is your best bet for gentle stirring and easy cleanup.
- Butter bonus: If you’re using butter, wait until it’s just melted - no brown bits unless you like a nutty flavor.
Storage instructions
- Fridge life: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently: Warm them on low heat or in short microwave bursts. Too much heat and they’ll go rubbery fast.
- Skip freezing: Scrambled eggs don’t bounce back well after thawing. They turn watery and sad.
- Meal prep tip: If you want to make ahead, slightly undercook the eggs so they reheat to the perfect softness later.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 506mg | Sodium: 233mg | Potassium: 184mg | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 888IU | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 2mg