How to reheat an omelet (the best way)

Tortillas are a great meal at any time of the day. They can be perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. With a mix of eggs, meat, vegetables, cheese and, well, whatever you want really.

Enjoying your omelette is simply an art, and making them can be an art as well. The fact is that tortillas are very filling because they have a lot inside.

Either you make too many tortillas and end up with leftovers, or you can’t finish yours because it has so many goodies inside.

What do you do with the leftover tortillas? Can you reheat them and if you do, will they taste great?

You can bake or reheat your tortilla in the oven, but the easiest way to reheat your tortilla is simply by using the microwave.

We will share with you tips for each method, but you should know that our recommendation is to reheat in the microwave. It is the easiest reheating process and provides great results.

We hope you’ll keep reading to learn everything you need to know about storing your tortilla and how to reheat it.

How to Store and Reheat Delicious Tortillas

Tortillas are a simple food to make. They are very versatile and you can make them however you want. Honestly, you can add as much or as little to them as you want and you can change them each time you make them.

If you like plain eggs, you can make an omelet with just beaten eggs, seasoned to your liking.

That’s the good thing about tortillas, they can be made however you want, and they are also easy to make.

Some of the most common ingredients that are added to tortillas are things like cheese, chives, mushrooms, onion, and meat. You can add any or all of the above or you can completely change it to something else to your liking.

Although an omelette may not seem like a big meal, it can be very filling when all the ingredients and toppings are combined. It’s very easy to have tortillas left over when you order or make them.

Plus, you can make a big batch of tortillas and then freeze some to heat up when you need a quick or easy meal option.

They freeze well and are relatively easy to reheat when you want to finish them.

It always seems like a waste to have to throw away leftovers, and it may seem like reheating an omelette wouldn’t work very well, but we’re here to tell you that it really does work.

So next time you have leftover tortillas, consider saving them for later and try these reheating and storage tips below.

Let’s start by talking about some of the various pros and cons you may experience when storing and reheating your tortillas. This will give you the basic expectations and things to potentially pay attention to or be aware of.

The advantages of reheating tortillas

• You don’t have to waste or throw away leftover tortillas
• You can create a simple meal option to prepare ahead of time
• Reheating is incredibly easy
• The flavor will be just as good in your reheated tortilla.
• Enjoy your leftover tortilla or grab a pre-cooked tortilla for any day and any meal

The cons of reheating tortillas

• Tortilla may split when reheated
• Eggs retain moisture, so follow these tips when reheating them.
• Reheating an omelette is not complicated, but you have to follow some specific tips to get the best results.
• Do not freeze for longer than recommended as you may suffer freezer burn

Reheating an omelette is not a complicated process and it does not take a lot of time either. You don’t have to let the defrost time pass if you take a tortilla out of the freezer to reheat it.

Now that we’ve covered some basic information about how the house works, we can proceed to talk about the specific methodology of how to refrigerate and freeze your tortillas, as well as the process for reheating them. We hope you are prepared!

A Comprehensive Guide to Reheating Tortillas

Tortillas are a great option for any meal and guess what, they freeze and reheat really well. Life is very busy and we are always looking for options that can simplify life in any way.

If you haven’t looked at freezing meals ahead of time so you have simple things to pull out when you need a quick fix, you’re probably missing something.

Tortillas are no exception to this statement. Making an omelet is pretty easy and saving it to reheat later is so simple it’s hard to believe.

You don’t have to worry about compromising flavor or texture, make your tortillas just the way you like them and they’re done. You will not lose the texture or flavor. Your tortilla will still be delicious!

How to store the tortilla

If you are going to have tortillas to reheat, we need to talk about the proper ways to preserve and store your tortillas. Again, this is a simple process. There is no difficult storage method to deal with.

It’s important to date your tortillas when you store them and be aware of how long they’ve been in storage so they’re at their best freshness and flavor when you reheat them.

We’re sure your schedule and taste buds will thank you when you follow these tips and enjoy those tortillas later.

1. Store tortillas in the fridge for only 3-4 days. Tortillas must be tightly wrapped or sealed in an airtight container or bag. The key to storing them is to make sure they are securely closed in whatever storage format you use.
2. Store tortillas in the freezer for up to 4 months. They will taste fresher if used within 2 months.
3. To store them in the freezer, wrap them well or place them in freezer bags or an airtight container.

It’s that simple. As we have already said, the most important aspect of preserving the tortilla is to make sure that it is airtight. Freezer bags are a great option to store in the fridge or freezer.

Although wrapping the tortillas in plastic wrap is a viable option, we recommend that you also place them in an airtight container or freezer bag if you use this method. This is to make sure that they are really well sealed to preserve the flavor.

reheat the tortilla

If you haven’t been surprised by how easy it is to store and reheat a tortilla, wait until you finish reading the information. The steps we provide for reheating the tortilla are so easy that anyone can do it.

We’re sure you’ve heard of buying ready-made frozen tortillas. They are usually available in the frozen breakfast items of supermarkets and grocery stores.

The advantage of making them yourself and reheating them is that you know they are made with the quality you prefer and with the ingredients you choose.

Don’t blink now or you might miss the reheat instructions. Yes, they are that simple! You can thank us later when you put them to the test. Next we will share the instructions to reheat it in the microwave, in the oven or on the stove.

1. Microwave - Wrap the tortilla in a paper towel and place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave for 1-2 minutes, depending on whether the tortilla is frozen or not. You may want to flip the tortilla halfway through heating. If the tortilla isn’t quite hot, heat it up for another 30 seconds.
2. Oven - Turn oven on to 350 degrees. Place the tortilla on a baking sheet (these on Amazon are my favorite) and bake for about 10 minutes or until heated through. You can flip the tortilla halfway so it heats evenly.
3. On the stove : You can also heat the tortilla in a skillet. Heat the pan and add the tortilla. Heat about 2 minutes on each side in the pan. You can add butter to the pan if you like, but the tortilla will have its own moisture.

Our recommended method of reheating it is in the microwave. It is simple and easy and your tortilla will turn out very well. You won’t have to worry about a soggy tortilla or jeopardizing any of the delicious flavors in your tortilla.

If you pay attention to the little details, your tortilla will keep and reheat perfectly, and you’ll be impressed with the results.

How are tortillas made?

Tortillas are quite simple to create. The art of making an omelette lies in your ability to fold the omelet over the toppings and fillings.

Next, we will share with you the basic steps to make an omelette. Keep in mind that you can customize what goes into a tortilla to be whatever you want. You can add various vegetables or meats, as well as milk or cheese, if you like. Tortillas can include as much or as little as you like.

The best thing about making an omelette is that you can make it however you want.

Basic steps to make an omelet

• Beat eggs, milk or water, and seasonings to taste until well blended
• Heat a skillet over medium heat, adding the butter when hot. Let the butter heat up and melt.
• Pour the egg mixture into the pan. The edges should start to set right away.
• Move the cooked part of the tortilla away from the edges of the pan, moving the cooked portions as necessary to allow the remaining parts to continue cooking.
• When the top begins to thicken, add your choice of fillings to the tortilla over a ½ section.
• Fold the remaining ½ part. Flip the tortilla over and let it cook for a few seconds.
• Your tortilla is ready to serve and enjoy.

As you can see, making an omelet is an easy task and in the end you have a delicious meal that will really fill you up. If you’re making tortillas to freeze, you’ll just have to develop a routine. You most likely won’t be able to make more than one omelet at a time. 

Let the tortillas cool completely before storing them in the fridge or freezer. This will help prevent them from retaining excess moisture during storage that will show up when you reheat the tortilla.

The difference between crepes and omelettes

Crepes and omelettes are often perceived to be the same thing or a similar breakfast item, but they are actually very different. The only similarity between crepes and omelettes is that they both have some type of filling and are folded over to enclose it.

That is where the similarities end. Omelettes are made with beaten and seasoned eggs. Next, the ingredients are added, which are usually vegetables, meat and cheese.

They are cooked in a pan and the ingredients are added when the eggs are almost cooked. At this time the fold is also added.

Actually, crepes are a sweeter option and comparable to pancakes than omelettes. The crepe is made with wheat flour and is relatively flat. The crepe is made very flat, like a pancake, and then sweet toppings or even cheese are added. The crepe is then rolled or folded to enclose the ingredients.

As you can see, they are not at all the same, but they are both delicious breakfast foods. It is important to understand the difference in products and names in order to use the correct instructions on the correct product.

Related questions

We hope this guide has been helpful to you and that we have provided you with all the pertinent information so that you feel comfortable making tortillas, storing tortillas, and reheating tortillas.

It really is a simple process and we want you to feel confident in your abilities to handle each step and end up with the perfect delicious tortilla at the end. 

We invite you to also review our common questions and answers for additional information.

Is there a difference between an omelette and an omelet?

Both spellings and uses of the word are correct. They are different forms of the word based on the history of English, but they essentially mean the same thing and both forms of the word are correct.

Can I use these tips for scrambled eggs too?

The main ingredient in each of these options is the egg. Tortillas often have additional ingredients as well. Although these instructions are specific to omelettes, you can apply the same tips to scrambled eggs and get nice results, too.

Can I make an omelette in the oven?

We share with you the most common way to make tortillas in the oven. Our instructions were simply to provide a basic guide of the steps that can be followed. With this in mind, there are other ways to make tortillas, and the oven is a great option that also provides quality tortilla results.