omelet

noun

om·e·let | \ ˈäm-lət

How to pronounce omelet (audio)

, ˈä-mə-\

variants: or omelette

Definition of omelet

: beaten eggs cooked without stirring until set and served folded in half Her omelet had a filling of cheese, peppers, and meat.

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In the 1970s, carbs were in, fat was out, and the only omelet considered healthy was one made with egg whites and asparagus. — Christine Byrne, Outside Online, "Are Eggs Bad for You? The Verdict Is Still Out.," 15 June 2019 The omelet is cooked flat in the pan, a little browning welcome. — Washington Post, "For my father, making his masala omelet is an act of precision and love," 6 June 2019 Chef Ignacio Mattos tells me that the omelet’s delicacy is intentional. — Tamar Adler, Vogue, "Why Pastured Eggs Are the Perfect Food," 13 Sep. 2018 There are plenty of menu staples like a fried chicken buttermilk biscuit with red pepper jelly and the signature omelet stuffed with Benton’s bacon and pimento cheese. — Jennifer Bradley Franklin, Condé Nast Traveler, "10 Best Brunch Places in Atlanta," 21 Aug. 2018 This breakfast sandwich includes an egg white omelet with red and green bell peppers, mushrooms, and green onions. — Sophia Caraballo, Woman's Day, "10 Fast-Food Options for Vegetarians," 17 Apr. 2019 Leftovers Ham can bring substantial protein and an array of smoky, salty, meaty flavors to many dishes, including soups, quiches, omelets, salads, sandwiches and stews. — Debbi Snook, cleveland.com, "Easter ham: Tips on choosing, cooking and consuming," 28 Mar. 2018 The soft-cooked egg goes away, replaced by the omelet. — New York Times, "French Cafe Food, Not So New but Very Much Improved," 1 May 2018 Breakfast offerings will include sandwiches and an omelet bar. — Steve Sadin, chicagotribune.com, "Smoothie and coffee bar, upgraded HVAC system will greet Deerfield H.S. students this fall," 9 July 2018

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omelet

noun

English Language Learners Definition of omelet

: a dish made from eggs that are mixed together, cooked without stirring, and served folded in half often with a filling of cheese, vegetables, or meat

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omelet

noun

om·e·let

variants: or omelette \ ˈäm-lət , ˈä-mə-lət \

Kids Definition of omelet

: beaten eggs cooked without stirring until firm and folded in half often with a filling

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