If you like, caramelize the onions the
day before and reheat before serving to save a bit of time. Water
added to the eggs create fluffier, better textured scrambled
eggs.
Scrambled Eggs on Caramelized
Onions
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 medium-sized yellow onions, sliced very thin
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 to 6 large eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons water
- Chopped chives, chervil or parsley
for garnish (optional)
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a heavy
skillet set over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and add
the onions. Cover the pan and cook until the onions are very
soft and caramel-colored about 10 minutes. Season with salt and
pepper and set aside.
- Beat the eggs and water together, adding
a pinch of salt and pepper. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons
butter in a small skillet (preferably non-stick) over medium
heat. Pour in the beaten eggs and add salt and pepper to taste.
Scramble to desired doneness.
- Divide the onions between two plates,
creating a bed of caramelized onions. Spoon eggs on top and garnish
if desired with fresh herbs. Serve immediately.
Makes 2 servings.