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Gyeran Mari (Korean Rolled Omelette)

Gyeran Mari is a popular Korean side dish made from thinly rolled layers of seasoned egg. It's often enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or as part of a larger meal, offering a soft and savory bite.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time
25 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Medium
Per serving
168 kcal

Allergen information: may contain eggs. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Gyeran Mari (Korean Rolled Omelette)

Mise en place

Ingredients

  • 6 pcsegg
  • 0.25 cupcarrot, finely diced
  • 2 tbspgreen onion, finely chopped
  • 0.25 tspsalt
  • 0.13 tspblack pepper, ground
  • 1 tbspcooking oil

Equipment

spatula · mixing bowl · cutting board · knife · whisk · non-stick pan

The method

Step by step

  1. 1

    Crack the eggs into a medium bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the finely diced carrot, finely chopped green onion, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Whisk the egg mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the eggs are slightly frothy.

    About 2 min

    Cook’s note: Ensure there are no large pieces of egg white remaining.

  4. 4

    Heat a non-stick pan or skillet (about 8-10 inches in diameter) over medium-low heat.

    About 1 min

    Cook’s note: Using a rectangular pan can make rolling easier, but a round one works too.

  5. 5

    Add the cooking oil to the pan and swirl to coat the bottom evenly.

  6. 6

    Pour about one-third of the egg mixture into the pan, tilting it to form a thin, even layer covering the bottom.

    About 1 min

    Cook’s note: Keep the heat low to prevent the egg from cooking too quickly.

  7. 7

    As the egg sets but is still slightly wet on top, gently roll it from one side of the pan to the other using a spatula or chopsticks.

    About 2 min

    Cook’s note: Don't let it cook completely solid, or it won't stick when you add the next layer.

  8. 8

    Push the rolled egg to one side of the pan.

  9. 9

    Pour another one-third of the egg mixture into the empty space in the pan, making sure some of the new mixture goes underneath the rolled egg to help it adhere.

    About 1 min

  10. 10

    Once this new layer is mostly set but still a little wet, roll the existing egg roll over the new layer, continuing to create a thicker roll.

    About 2 min

  11. 11

    Repeat with the remaining egg mixture, adding it to the pan and rolling the omelette until all the egg is used and you have a thick, multi-layered roll.

    About 4 min

    Cook’s note: Press gently while rolling to ensure the layers stick together.

  12. 12

    Cook the finished roll for another minute or two, rotating it to ensure all sides are lightly golden and cooked through.

    About 2 min

  13. 13

    Transfer the Gyeran Mari to a cutting board.

  14. 14

    Let it cool slightly for a few minutes before slicing into 1-inch thick pieces.

    About 3 min

    Cook’s note: Cooling helps the omelette hold its shape better when cut.

  15. 15

    Serve warm and enjoy.

Per serving

Nutrition

75%Score
Calories
167.5kcal
Protein
11g
Carbs
1.9g
Fat
13g
Fibre
0.3g
Sugar
1.3g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover Gyeran Mari in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a microwave or a lightly oiled pan over low heat until warmed through.