Craft the perfect scrambled eggs: French chef shares his secret recipe

Scrambled eggs, the crowning glory of breakfasts, are beloved worldwide and prepared in countless ways. The renowned French chef Jacques Pépin recently shared his recipe for creating scrambled eggs that are lusciously creamy and light.

Pépin, who once worked for President Charles de Gaulle, regularly shares his culinary creations on social media, inspiring thousands of eager food fans. This time, he divulged his secret for making scrambled eggs that impress with their velvety texture and lightness. He demonstrates that with the proper method and a few simple tips, anyone can concoct the scrambled eggs of their dreams, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick meal.

Ingredients:

                      
• 5 eggs,
• finely chopped chives,
• 1 tablespoon of butter,
• 1 tablespoon of sour cream,
• salt and pepper,
• optional: a few mushrooms, a tomato, an onion.

Preparation:

                              
1. Crack the eggs onto a flat surface and pour them into a bowl. To avoid shell fragments, avoid cracking the eggs on the rim of the bowl.
2. Add salt, pepper, and chives to the eggs.
3. Swiftly stir the mixture with a fork in a clockwise motion.
4. Melt a tablespoon of butter in a frying pan.
5. Pour 2 tablespoons of the egg mixture into a smaller bowl.
6. Add the larger portion of the egg mixture to the pan and whisk until lightly scrambled.
7. If the pan becomes too hot, remove it from the burner momentarily.
8. Finally, incorporate the remaining egg mixture and a tablespoon of sour cream.

Mix and promptly transfer the scrambled eggs to a plate. Enhance the dish with your favorite sides, such as bread, bacon, or grilled mushrooms.