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Japanese tamagoyaki rolled omelet sliced and served for breakfast or bento box

Tamagoyaki (Japanese Rolled Omelet) – Easy Sweet & Savory Egg Recipe

This easy tamagoyaki recipe shows you how to make a soft, fluffy Japanese rolled omelet with sweet and savory flavor—perfect for breakfast, bento boxes, or a light side dish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 teaspoon neutral oil plus more for pan
  • 1/2 teaspoon dashi powder optional

Instructions

  • Whisk eggs gently in a bowl until combined.
  • Mix in sugar, soy sauce, mirin, and dashi powder.
  • Heat an oiled pan over medium-low heat.
  • Pour a thin layer of egg into the pan.
  • Roll gently once mostly set.
  • Repeat layering and rolling until egg is used.
  • Shape, rest, slice, and serve.

Notes

NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
Calories: ~160 kcal (8%)
Carbohydrates: ~6g (2%)
Protein: ~10g (20%)
Fat: ~9g (14%)
Saturated Fat: ~2g (10%)
Cholesterol: ~370mg (123%)
Sodium: ~320mg (14%)
Sugar: ~5g
Nutrition values are estimates only and may vary based on ingredients, brands, and portion sizes.
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: bento omelet, easy Japanese egg recipe, Japanese rolled omelet, sweet tamagoyaki, tamagoyaki recipe