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Tamagoyaki, Japanese rolled omelet sliced
Golden Japanese Rolled Omelet with sweet and savory flavor

Classic Japanese Rolled Omelet (Tamagoyaki)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Quick Meals
Tamagoyaki is the jewel of Japanese bento boxes. This isn't just scrambled eggs; it's a multi-layered omelet roll, juicy with dashi stock and slightly sweet. Making it is a meditation: building the roll layer by layer to achieve the perfect form.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 180 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Japanese

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Square Tamagoyaki pan (or small round pan)
  • Chopsticks or spatula
  • Oiled paper towel

Allergen Information

⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Fish

Instructions

1 ✓

Whisk eggs with dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve.

Tip: Straining removes the chalaza and air bubbles, resulting in a smooth, uniform texture.
2 ✓

Heat the pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with the oiled paper towel.

Tip: Too much oil makes the egg bubble; you only need a thin film.
3 ✓

Pour a thin layer of egg into the pan. Pop any large bubbles.

Tip: Bubbles prevent the layers from adhering properly.
4 ✓

When the top is slightly wet but the bottom is set, roll the egg to one side. Push the roll to the far end.

Tip: The raw surface acts as glue for the next layer.
5 ✓

Grease the empty space again, pour another layer (lift the roll to let egg flow underneath!). Cook and roll onto the existing log. Repeat until egg is gone.

Tip: Layering creates the distinct, juicy texture of Tamagoyaki.
6 ✓

Remove, let cool slightly, then slice into thick rounds or rectangles.

Tip: Slicing while too hot may cause it to fall apart or dry out.

Recipe FAQ

Why does it stick?
The sugar content makes the egg caramelize and stick easily. Use an oiled paper towel to wipe the pan between every single layer!
Can I use just water?
You can, but it will lack depth. Dashi (fish stock) is the soul of this dish. Instant dashi powder works well.

Ingredients

  • 4 large Eggs
  • 3 tbsp Dashi Stock (or water)
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Mirin
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil (for greasing)