Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

blood orange

peeled, pith removed, sectioned, halved

24 unit

green grapes

cut in half

1 unit

banana

sliced

8 unit

strawberries

sliced

0.13 tsp

cinnamon

0.25 cup

white wine

4 unit

eggs

3 tbsp

flour

4 tbsp

sour cream

0.25 cup

milk

3 tbsp

honey

0.25 cup

pecans

coarsely chopped

6 tbsp

Grand Marnier

Step 1
~2 min

Peel, remove pith, and section the blood orange, then cut the sections in half.

Step 2
~2 min

Cut the green grapes in half.

Step 3
~2 min

Slice the banana.

Step 4
~2 min

Slice the strawberries.

Step 5
~2 min

Mix all the prepared fruit together in a bowl.

Step 6
~2 min

Sprinkle the fruit mixture with cinnamon and pour in the white wine.

Step 7
~2 min

Mix the fruit and wine together.

Step 8
~2 min

Refrigerate the fruit compote for a minimum of 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

Step 9
~2 min

In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, flour, sour cream (or cottage cheese), and milk.

Step 10
~2 min

Ten minutes before serving, pour the egg mixture into a large non-stick or lightly greased frying pan.

Step 11
~2 min

Cover the pan and let the egg run under the cooked areas by lifting the edges.

Step 12
~2 min

Cook for approximately 5 minutes, until the bottom is golden and the top is just cooked.

Step 13
~2 min

Drain the wine from the fruit compote (reserve for sipping).

Step 14
~2 min

Place a few spoonfuls of fruit compote on half of the omelet.

Step 15
~2 min

Drizzle the fruit compote with honey.

Step 16
~2 min

Fold the omelet over to cover the fruit.

Step 17
~2 min

Cut the omelet in half and remove to two warm plates.

Step 18
~2 min

Spoon the remaining fruit compote over the top of the omelets.

Step 19
~2 min

Sprinkle with chopped pecans.

Step 20
~2 min

Sprinkle with Grand Marnier (optional).

Step 21
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a good quality non-stick pan to prevent the omelet from sticking.

Adjust the amount of honey to your liking.

Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The fruit compote can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (fruity and sweet)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of toast.

Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bacon
Sausage

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

Omelets are a staple breakfast dish in many cultures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Mother's Day

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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