For most people, scrambled eggs are the definition of a lazy breakfast. Crack a few eggs, toss in some butter, maybe a splash of milk – and you’re done.
It works. But it’s not great.
There’s a reason eggs at a high-end hotel taste so much better.
And according to Michelin-star chef Gordon Ramsay, it’s because we’re all doing it wrong.
Go low and slow
Ramsay’s method skips the bowl completely.
He cracks his eggs directly into a pan with a generous dollop of butter.
Then he starts stirring – but here’s the twist: the pan is constantly moved on and off the heat.
You need to stir nonstop with a spatula. No cheating. No breaks.
This technique prevents the eggs from drying out. The result? A silky, rich texture with zero rubberiness.
But that’s not even the real secret.
The magic happens at the end
Just before the eggs are fully cooked, Ramsay adds a single tablespoon of something unexpected: sour cream.
It cools the eggs down slightly, adds creaminess, and transforms the dish into something worthy of a brunch menu at a five-star hotel.
Do you not have sour cream? Greek yogurt or soft cream cheese will do the trick.
The key is adding something rich and cold that blends in smoothly without curdling.
To finish, he sprinkles some chopped chives on top and keeps the seasoning minimal – just a pinch of salt and pepper.
Because when you do eggs right, you don’t need to hide the flavor.
Gordon Ramsay’s scrambled eggs might take longer than your usual version. But the result is worth setting the alarm a little earlier for.
This article is based on information from Dagens.no og YouTube.