Gordon Ramsay has revealed the secret ingredient that takes scrambled eggs to the next level: crème fraîche. The celebrity chef shared his recipe on his official website, noting that this unexpected addition provides an "extra creamy texture."
The Key Ingredient
According to Ramsay, crème fraîche is the key to achieving luxurious scrambled eggs. The recipe calls for adding one teaspoon of crème fraîche in the final minute of cooking. This French-style cultured cream has a higher fat content than sour cream, which contributes to its velvety consistency.
Health Considerations
Beyond taste, crème fraîche may offer health benefits. According to mob.co.uk, it can add richness to dishes while providing calcium and probiotics for gut health. However, the source advises moderation: "While crème fraîche can add a touch of velvet to a wide range of dishes, it's crucial to weigh its health benefits up against some of the potential drawbacks. Rich in calcium and probiotics, crème fraîche can help to promote gut health, but its high-fat content might not align with everyone's dietary goals."
The article adds: "The best way to make informed choices when incorporating crème fraîche into your meals is by understanding what your body wants and needs. Fat isn't the enemy, however, if you are trying to reduce your fat intake then there are reduced-fat versions of crème fraîche available in most large supermarkets. It hasn't quite got the same level of luxury and richness, but it's pretty damned close."
Gordon Ramsay's Scrambled Eggs Recipe
Ramsay's method yields creamy scrambled eggs in just six simple steps. The full recipe is as follows:
Ingredients
- 6 cold eggs
- 15g butter
- Salt and pepper
- Crème fraîche
- Chives
Cooking Instructions
- Crack 6 cold eggs into a deep saucepan.
- Add the butter. For smaller batches, use a 2-to-1 eggs-to-butter ratio.
- Put the pan on high heat.
- Stir continuously with a rubber spatula—don't whisk—making sure to scrape the bottom of the pan.
- After 30 seconds, take the pan off the heat. Keep stirring. After about 10 seconds, put back on the heat. Repeat for 3 minutes.
- In the last minute, season the eggs lightly. For extra creamy texture, stir in 1 tsp of crème fraîche. Plate and garnish with chopped chives.
