I Tried Oprah’s “Secret” Hack for Scrambled Eggs
A few months ago, I tried Oprah Winfrey’s famous deviled eggs and ended up making them several more times. While searching for more of her recipes, I discovered her viral scrambled eggs, which has nearly 8.5 million views on Instagram. In the video, Oprah gives a step-by-step tutorial on how to make her signature post-hike meal. “You know what’s the secret? I’ve got a little jalapeño, a little scallion, and truffle cheese,” she says. Hearing her list those ingredients gave me a dopamine hit, as I love using them in my cooking. The next time I went grocery shopping, I picked up all the essentials to test out this breakfast dish.
Get the recipe: Oprah Winfrey’s Popular Scrambled Eggs
How to Make Oprah Winfrey’s Popular Scrambled Eggs
While the recipe isn’t available online, Winfrey guides her followers through a quick tutorial on Instagram. She doesn’t give specific measurements in the video, so I estimated based on what I saw.
First, she scrambles about three eggs in a bowl. On her website, she suggests using cooking spray for one of her scrambled egg recipes, so I did the same. Winfrey cooks her eggs over low heat, stirring continuously until they’re “lightly” scrambled.
Next, she removes the pan from the heat and adds a tablespoon of minced green jalapeños, scallions, and a fourth cup of “truffle cheese.” She then returns the pan to the heat for about 10 more seconds. Finally, she takes the eggs off the stove, places them in a bowl, and grates more truffle cheese on top, along with a few shavings of fresh truffle, using a microplane. (You can skip adding the fresh truffle since it’s quite expensive, and not everyone has Oprah’s budget!)
My Honest Review of Oprah Winfrey’s Popular Scrambled Eggs
If you usually make scrambled eggs with just salt and pepper (or even feta, which is a bit overdone), it might be time for a change. After digging into Winfrey’s recipe, I knew I wanted to add it to my breakfast routine a few times a week.
It took me less than 15 minutes to chop all the ingredients and cook the scrambled eggs, making this recipe ideal even for busy mornings. I recommend finely mincing the jalapeño so it softens quickly when added to the eggs, as they won’t be on the heat for long. Instead of using nonstick cooking spray, I suggest greasing the pan with a tablespoon or two of butter for added flavor.
While Oprah doesn’t specify how long to cook the eggs, I followed Chrissy Teigen’s advice and prepared mine slowly over low heat. The result? A decadent yet light breakfast bursting with subtle spicy and aromatic flavors from the fresh jalapeño and scallions. The truffle cheese gives the eggs a creamy texture and an earthy richness, making this dish feel luxurious. I’m always looking for ways to brighten my mornings, and this quick and delicious recipe does just that.
Tips for Making Oprah Winfrey’s Popular Scrambled Eggs
Take the time to find truffle cheese. You may be tempted to nix the truffle cheese in this recipe because you assume it’s difficult to source, but plenty of brands sell it. I reached for a local wedge from Grafton Village Cheese in Vermont, but you can also purchase one from Murray’s or Trader Joe’s.
Top with crispy prosciutto. This recipe tastes delicious on its own, but if you want to incorporate additional texture and flavor, you can fry up some prosciutto and crumble it on top for crispy and subtly salty bites.
Swap the jalapeños. If you prefer less spicy dishes in the morning, you can easily substitute the jalapeño for green bell pepper in this recipe.
Get the recipe: Oprah Winfrey’s Popular Scrambled Eggs
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