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    What kind of cheese is needed?
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    Any cheese that suits your liking. Four cheese blend is one good choice.
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    Can I just use egg whites in these recipes?
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    Yes. You can use egg whites with any omelette recipe. Most people prefer the yolk for the flavor and added color.
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    Can I use a half boiled egg?
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    No. Use raw eggs to make an omelette.
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    Do you cook the bacon or ham mushrooms before the omelet?
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    Yes, as the egg cooks much faster.
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    What are the characteristics of a good omelette?
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    The eggs will not be runny, as in fried or sunny-side-up eggs. They should be soft without any crunchy or brown bits that come from overheating or too much time in the pan.
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    I've seen an Asian method where they use oil and ended up rolling the egg instead of folding it. They also use chopsticks and stir it while cooking. Could you show this method?
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    You can learn more about the technique in wikiHow article Make Tamagoyaki (Sweet Omelette) .
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    When using green pepper and onion, should I fry the pepper and onion first?
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    It's entirely up to you. If you don't fry them beforehand, then they might have a crunchier, more raw taste to them. If you fry them, they will be softer.
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    Can l use onions, tomatoes and coriander?
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    Yes. Note that onions, tomatoes and coriander take different lengths of time to cook.
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