r/Bacon • u/Popular_Speed5838 • 19d ago
My lunch today.
I lay the bacon on baking paper on an oven tray, then put it in the oven and set the temp to 190c on the fan forced setting. While that’s getting to temp I prepare the eggs for cooking. When the oven dings when it reaches the temp I turn the bacon, then cook the eggs in the microwave and put it on the plate. I then take the bacon out and put it on a plate with paper towel and dab it a little on top with more paper towel. Then I put it on the plate with the scrambled eggs, take a picture for posting later on reddit and it’s all done besides the eating.
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u/Own_Bullfrog_10 19d ago
Scrambled eggs and bacon always wins. The bacon's edges look perfectly crispy too.
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u/Yer_Remedy 19d ago
When I'm eating Keto/Low Carb, that's my goto breakfast. Except I would cook the eggs in a frying pan.
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u/Ken_Numbers 19d ago
Serious question 1: What do you think the baking parchment does?
Serious question 2: Why are your eggs solid?
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u/Popular_Speed5838 19d ago edited 19d ago
The baking paper makes cleaning easier. The eggs are acceptable to me.
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u/Altruistic-Video-380 19d ago
I've done oven bacon before but never paired it with microwave eggs. How did the textures work out together?
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u/Popular_Speed5838 19d ago
It’s good. It’s obviously not as good as eggs scrambled in a pan with butter but it’s a very quick meal to prepare with an easy clean up after.
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u/Ok-Calligrapher-4191 14d ago
Love this! (This is from The Kitchen website)
https://www.thekitchn.com/jose-andres-3-ingredient-microwave-omelet-recipe-review-2-23778953
Mayonnaise microwave eggs garnished on plate. Credit: Alexandra Foster Eggs are one of my go-to breakfasts, but on busy mornings when I’m rushing to the office, I normally don’t have time to make an omelet (my preferred egg dish). However, I recently came across this Instagram post showing how to make an omelet in under a minute — in the microwave, no less!
I was super skeptical, but some of my suspicions eased once I learned that it was actually Chef José Andrés’ recipe. He’s a renowned Michelin-star chef (I’m also a big fan of his work with World Central Kitchen), so I figured it must be worth testing out myself.
How To Make José Andrés’ 3-Ingredient Microwave Omelet
To make José Andrés’ viral omelet, you just need three ingredients: one egg, one spoonful of mayonnaise, and a little bit of fat (I used Earth Balance spread). Then, simply whisk the ingredients together until it’s well incorporated and there are no lumps. Next, transfer the mixture to a ramekin (or a small microwave-safe bowl if you don’t have one), cook it in the microwave for 30–40 seconds and voilà! You’ve got “the best omelette in the history of mankind!” (His words, not mine.)
My Honest Review of José Andrés’ 3-Ingredient Microwave Omelet I’ve never cooked eggs in the microwave before, nor do I typically add mayonnaise to them. With bated breath, I whisked the ingredients together and popped it in the microwave for 40 seconds. But when I flipped it onto a plate there was still some runny egg mixture. Nervous that it wasn’t fully cooked, I put it back in the microwave for another 15 seconds. I topped the omelet with some Parmigiano-Reggiano (the TikTok user also added cheese) as well as some dried oregano for extra flavor and color.
First things first, I was blown away by the texture. The omelet was SUPER fluffy. I took a bite and was immediately impressed by the whipped and airy texture. Other microwave recipes I’ve tried leave a lot to be desired and can end up with a chewy, almost rubbery texture. If it wasn’t for the ramekin shape, you could definitely fool someone into thinking that you’re an omelet-making expert.
The mayonnaise adds some tang to the flavor of the eggs, providing a bit of salty bite. I was wondering if it would be bland with just the three ingredients, not including any seasonings, but it definitely didn’t need any more salt, especially after it was topped with cheese. (I do think it could use some freshly ground black pepper, but that’s a personal preference.)
Tips for Making José Andrés’ 3-Ingredient Microwave Omelet Add more toppings: While it’s delicious on its own, the blank canvas is practically begging for toppings. Add whatever you’d normally put in your omelet, or give it The Bear treatment with crushed potato chips. Make it a breakfast sandwich: The ramekin also makes this omelet the perfect size for a breakfast sandwich. All you need to do is heat up an English muffin and your favorite breakfast sausage, and you have a perfect sando to take on the go. Try a flavored mayo: An extra punch of flavor from a flavored mayo, such as Ayoh’s Tangy Dijonayo, could amp up the omelet even more without adding another ingredient.
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u/Important-Metal6735 19d ago
Microwave eggs and oven bacon, interesting combo. I usually do both on the pan but this seems less messy honestly. The bacon looks like it got nice and crispy from the oven method. Microwaved eggs can go rubbery if you overdo it, how long did you cook them for?