Tamagoyaki Japanese Rolled Omelette
Fluffy layered Japanese rolled omelette with a touch of sweetness and dashi. A protein-rich 180-calorie breakfast.
Tamagoyaki Japanese Rolled Omelette has 180 calories per serving, with 16g protein, 5g carbs, 10g fat, and 0g fiber. Prep 5 min, cook 8 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
180
Calories
16g
Protein
32% DV
5g
Carbs
2% DV
10g
Fat
13% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 180 calories per serving.
🔥 8.9g protein per 100 cal.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
8 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$2.50
Tamagoyaki Japanese Rolled Omelette
A delicate, multi-layered Japanese omelette seasoned with dashi, soy, and a hint of mirin. It is tender, slightly sweet, and packed with protein to start the day.
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tbsp dashi stock
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp mirin
- 1 tsp neutral oil
- 1 tbsp scallions, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk the eggs with dashi, soy sauce, sugar, and mirin until smooth but not frothy.
- Heat a nonstick pan over medium-low heat and lightly oil it with a paper towel.
- Pour a thin layer of egg across the pan and let it set partially.
- Roll the egg from one end to the other using chopsticks or a spatula.
- Push the roll to the far side and oil the empty part of the pan.
- Repeat pouring thin layers, rolling each new layer around the existing roll.
- Slice the finished roll into pieces and garnish with scallions.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 16g |
| Carbs | 5g |
| Fat | 10g |
| Fiber | 0g |
Tips
- Keep the heat medium-low so the eggs stay tender and golden, not browned.
- A rectangular tamagoyaki pan gives the classic shape, but a round pan works fine.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
Fits a 1200-calorie day? See how this recipe fits: the 1200 calorie meal plan.
Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Stir halfway through for even heating.
Equipment
skillet
