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Creamy cottage cheese scrambled eggs

Creamy Scrambled Eggs (1 serving)

This version makes exactly 1 single, nutrient-dense breakfast portion.
By cracking just two eggs and using less cottage cheese, it is perfectly portioned for a small-appetite morning, meaning zero cold leftover eggs are left wasting away in your fridge.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine South African
Servings 1 portion
Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 ½ tbsp smooth low-fat cottage cheese, approx. 40g
  • cooking spray, or butter
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • a sprinkle of fresh chives for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Crack your 2 eggs into a small bowl or mug. Add the 2½ tablespoons of smooth cottage cheese. Whisk vigorously with a fork for a full 60 seconds until the mixture is completely combined, uniform, and slightly frothy.
  • Heat a small non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat and coat it with a light layer of cooking spray.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the warm pan. Let it sit completely still for about 15 to 20 seconds so the bottom begins to set.
  • Using a silicone spatula, gently push and sweep the eggs from the outer edges into the center to form soft, pillowy folds.
  • Keep moving the eggs gently over low heat for about 1 to 2 minutes. Turn off the stove while the eggs still look slightly glossy and wet.
  • Slide them onto a warm plate immediately. The residual heat will finish cooking them to a perfect, velvety texture. Season with a tiny pinch of salt, a grind of black pepper, and fresh chives if desired.

Notes

Macro Breakdown (Per Single Serving)
  • 🔥 Calories: ~185 kcal
  • 🍗 Protein: ~16.5g (High-quality protein that is easy on the stomach)
  • 🌾 Carbohydrates: ~1.5g
  • 🥑 Fat: ~12.5g
  • 🪙 Estimated cost: ~R16**
 
** Estimated cost is based on average shelf prices at major South African supermarkets as of September 2026 and is reviewed bi-annually.
Keyword Breakfast, High protein, Under R20
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