Scrambled eggs are the perfect weekend breakfast – quick, easy and versatile, you really can’t go wrong.
However, achieving that light and fluffy texture can sometimes be quite tricky, and even the tiniest bit of overcooking can result in a lumpy, chewy mess.
Despite the dish being relatively simple to make, there are a few things that can go wrong in the short space of time it takes for you to throw it together.
But the saviour for dry, tasteless eggs could be lurking in your fridge – and you might never have considered putting it in this dish before.
The trick came to light on the Food Hacks page on Reddit, where foodies often come together to share their unusual yet delicious kitchen tips.
One food fan had recently discovered the nifty trick and was eager to share it with others, posting a picture of some deliciously fluffy-looking scrambled eggs.
They say the key to achieving the ‘perfect’ creamy eggs is to whisk in a small spoonful of sour cream before you pour the mixture into the pan, ready to cook.
The iconic chef Anthony Bourdain was said to be a fan of this hack, and although it’s just one small addition, it can make a big difference.
Another common problem when it comes to scrambled eggs is how they can sometimes appear slightly grey once they’re finished cooking.
And if you want them to boast those vibrant yellow hues when it’s time to serve, then you may want to wait until after the eggs have cooked before you add salt and pepper, according to the post.
However, others have weighed in on the debate in the comments, with some saying that salting before helps to break the eggs down and results in a silkier texture.
Other commenters were quick to share their own favourite ways of preparing scrambled eggs, with many other people also hailing the sour cream hack.
One person wrote: “I add cream cheese to scrambled eggs, it melts into the eggs while you cook them, super yummy.”
Another said: “I add a spoonful of cottage cheese to mine. It has the same effect.”
And someone else, raving about the effects of the sour cream, said: “It’s the best. It even gives new life to overcooked/well done eggs.”
