We Found the Best Scrambled Egg Method

Summary

In this video, the chef tests three different scrambled egg techniques to perfect the breakfast menu at Fow. He begins with a classic British method, then explores a French style with cream and butter for a richer texture, and finally tries the trendy folded egg technique. Each method is carefully prepared and seasoned, and the results are compared. While the traditional scrambled eggs are a fan favorite, the French-style eggs offer a luxurious richness, and the folded eggs resemble an omelette but don't quite meet expectations. The chef’s journey aims to discover which technique delivers the perfect scrambled eggs.

Takeaways

• 😀 The breakfast menu at Fow includes 120-150 orders, with many featuring scrambled eggs.
• 😀 A test is being conducted to compare different scrambled egg techniques to find the best method.
• 😀 Three types of scrambled eggs are being tested: traditional scrambled eggs, French scrambled eggs, and folded eggs.
• 😀 Traditional scrambled eggs are made with a nonstick pan, cooked gently, and seasoned with salt and black pepper.
• 😀 The French technique includes adding cream and milk to the eggs, resulting in a richer and wetter texture.
• 😀 The folded egg technique involves folding the eggs while cooking, creating an omelette-like texture.
• 😀 A key distinction of French scrambled eggs is taking them off the heat while still slightly undercooked and allowing them to continue cooking in the pan.
• 😀 The folded egg method appears simple, involving gentle folding as the eggs cook.
• 😀 Personal preferences vary: the traditional scrambled eggs are considered more desirable by some for its firm and simple texture.
• 😀 The French scrambled eggs were seen as rich and indulgent, but not necessarily preferred over the traditional method.
• 😀 The folded eggs, resembling an omelette, were not well-received by the testers, with some describing them as having a 'weird' taste and rough appearance.

Q & A

What are the three techniques being tested for scrambled eggs in the video?

The three techniques tested are: traditional scrambled eggs (British style), French-style scrambled eggs (with cream and milk), and folded scrambled eggs.

How are the eggs prepared in the traditional scrambled egg method?

The eggs are beaten with a fork, cooked gently in a non-stick pan with butter, and seasoned with salt and black pepper. The eggs are cooked until they are about 75% done, then removed from the heat to finish cooking.

What makes the French scrambled egg technique different from the traditional method?

The French technique incorporates cream and milk, making the eggs richer and creamier. The eggs are cooked slowly in butter and served wetter than the traditional style.

Why does the chef call the second method 'French-style scrambled eggs'?

The chef calls it 'French-style' because he learned this method during work experience in a classic French restaurant, where eggs were cooked slowly with cream and butter to create a rich texture.

What is the folded scrambled egg technique?

The folded scrambled egg technique involves gently folding the eggs, almost like making an omelette. The eggs are cooked until they set, and then the pan is taken off the heat and the eggs are folded over.

How does the chef compare the three types of scrambled eggs in terms of texture and flavor?

The chef finds the traditional scrambled eggs to be the most enjoyable, with a nice balance of flavor and firmness. The French-style eggs are too rich for his liking, and the folded eggs didn't turn out well, looking rough and tasting unpleasant.

What does the chef think about the texture of the folded scrambled eggs?

The chef finds the folded scrambled eggs to be a bit too rough and compares them to an omelette. He is not particularly pleased with their taste and texture.

What did the chef say about seasoning the eggs?

The chef seasons the eggs with salt and black pepper as they cook, though he notes that some people might prefer white pepper instead of black.

Why did the chef not use a non-stick pan for the French scrambled eggs?

The chef chose not to use a non-stick pan for the French-style scrambled eggs because he didn't want to whisk the eggs in that type of pan, preferring another pan for the French technique.

What inspired the chef to try the folded egg technique?

The chef was inspired by a method he saw online and decided to test it out, hoping to compare its results with the traditional and French methods.