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How to Cook Pork Omelette

Pork omelette is a savory and hearty dish made with seasoned ground pork and eggs, cooked together into a flavorful, protein-rich meal perfect any time of day.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: pork and egg, Pork Omelette, pork recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1/2 kilo ground lean pork
  • 1 tbsp. oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pc onion sliced
  • 2 pcs fresh tomatoes chopped
  • 2 pcs potatoes pared and diced
  • 1/2 tsp. minced parsley
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp. sugar
  • 4 pcs eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 pc red sweet pepper chopped pepper
  • MSG

Instructions

How to Cook Pork Omelet:

  • Sauté garlic, onion, and tomatoes in oil. Add lean pork and stir until brown.
  • Drain off excess fat. Season with salt, pepper, sugar, and MSG.
  • Add parsley, potatoes, sweet pepper and 1 cup water.
  • Cook covered until potatoes are tender and most of the water has evaporated.
  • Combine beaten eggs and meat mixture. In another skillet, heat oil, swirl about to cover bottom of pan.
  • Pour in the egg-meat mixture and let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes over medium heat.
  • Loosen sides with a spatula. Turn omelets upside down.
  • Pour remaining oil in skillet and slide omelette back into it uncooked side down.
  • Cook 2 minutes more. Transfer to serving plate.
  • Decorate with sliced tomatoes and parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

Cooking Tips:

Use Well-Drained Pork for Better Texture

Make sure to drain excess fat after browning the ground pork to avoid a greasy omelet. Too much oil can prevent the eggs from setting properly and may cause the mixture to break apart. A drier filling helps the pork omelette hold its shape and taste cleaner.

Cook the Filling Before Adding Eggs

Always cook ingredients like potatoes and vegetables fully before mixing them with the eggs. This ensures even cooking since eggs cook much faster than most fillings. Pre-cooking also allows the flavors to blend well, giving the dish a richer taste.

Let the Omelette Set Before Flipping

Allow the bottom of the omelet to cook undisturbed for a few minutes before attempting to flip. This helps form a stable base that keeps everything intact. Rushing this step can cause the pork omelette to fall apart or cook unevenly.