They don’t.
You can easily make scrambled eggs the way a restaurant does.
Here are the six common sins of scrambled eggs and how to avoid them:
- No milk. Use a splash of water instead.
- Don’t whip, fork. You’re breaking the yolks and mixing them in with the whites, not trying to kill them.
- Easy on the heat. Medium-low heat (3–4 on an electric, 3 on a gas stove).
- No oil. If you’ve just made bacon, put some bacon grease in the pan. If not, use a pat of butter. Note: If you use bacon grease, use less salt.
- Pay attention. Stir constantly and gently with a soft, flexible silicone spatula, constantly scraping the bottom of the pan to keep them from sticking while the eggs curdle. Toss in a pinch of salt to taste just before the end.
- Watch the late exit. Take them off the heat before you think they’re done. They should be shiny, and still look a little wet. Don’t worry, they will continue to cook on the plate.
Side note: a warm plate is a good idea for eggs of any kind, they lose heat quickly.
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