In a bowl, gently whisk the eggs with all of the seasoning ingredients. For an ultra-smooth result, optionally strain the mixture once or twice to remove any air bubbles.
3 large eggs, 45 ml dashi, 2 teaspoons sugar, 1 teaspoon light soy sauce, 1 teaspoon mirin, 2 pinches salt
Heat a tamagoyaki pan (or a small non-stick skillet) over medium heat and add the neutral oil.
2 tablespoons neutral oil
Test the temperature with a drop of egg mixture; it should sizzle immediately.
Pour in a thin layer of the egg and tilt the pan until it coats the entire surface.
When the bottom just sets, roll the omelette from the far side of the pan toward the handle.
Brush a little oil onto the exposed pan, then add another thin layer of egg.
As soon as this layer is almost set, roll the omelette back toward the opposite side, starting with the existing roll.
Repeat the oiling, pouring, and rolling until you’ve used all of the egg mixture.
If you like a light crust, brown the surface briefly. Transfer the omelette to a bamboo sushi mat, roll to shape, and let it rest for 5 minutes.
For Serving
Slice the omelette into 1 cm pieces.
Grate the daikon, squeeze out excess liquid, and serve alongside the omelette with a splash of soy sauce.
85 g daikon radish, light soy sauce
Notes
Properly wrapped, tamagoyaki will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.To maintain a silky texture, avoid whipping too much air into the eggs—gently stir with chopsticks instead of beating vigorously.Although not essential, straining the egg mixture once or twice removes air bubbles and yields an ultra-smooth omelette.