Tamagoyaki
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This article is about a meal. For the Merzbow album, see Tamago (album).
Tamagoyaki 卵焼き (literally 'grilled egg', also called tamago or dashimaki) is a type of Japanese omelette, which is made by rolling together several layers of cooked egg. After making the first roll it is common that the egg is pushed back to the end of the pan, then more of the egg mixture is added and the roll is continually rolled to the desired size. These usually are prepared in a rectangular omelette pan called a makiyakinabe.
Tamago is made by combining eggs, rice vinegar, and sometimes sugar or soy sauce. Additionally, sake is used in some recipes. When preparing tamago it is best to brush the pan with oil to prevent the egg from sticking. Tamago is served around the world in the form of nigiri, and also appears in many types of sushi rolls. In Japan, it is served as a breakfast dish. There are several types of tamago.