With its vibrant flavors and versatility, Spanish frittata is a beloved dish that offers a delectable combination of eggs, potatoes, and an array of savory ingredients. Whether you're looking for an easy brunch option, a quick weeknight dinner, or a hearty meal-prep dish, mastering the art of making a Spanish frittata can be incredibly rewarding. This article will guide you through the essential steps of preparing a perfect Spanish frittata, exploring different variations, and providing tips on how to achieve the ideal texture and flavor balance. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this classic Spanish dish that is both delicious and satisfying.
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SPANISH FRITTATA
Perfect for feeding a large crowd, this dish can be left out so everyone can help themselves. It is equally delicious served warm or at room temperature.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat a 10-inch cast-iron or nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Swirl in the olive oil. Add the onion and saute until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the potato and 3/4 teaspoon of the salt. Continue to cook and occasionally stir until the onion and potato are slightly browned, 5 to 6 more minutes.
- Add the eggs and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt. Swirl them around the pan and lower the heat. When the eggs are set on the side but the top is still loose, place the pan under the broiler for 2 minutes. The frittata will turn slightly golden and puff up before it settles. Cut into wedges to serve. Wrap a wedge in a piece of parchment paper to give someone a portable breakfast bite.
SPANISH FRITTATA
This Spanish Frittata is loaded with zucchini, onion, garlic, black beans, quinoa, a little cheese and of course eggs. This is an easy breakfast frittata that you whole family will love!
Provided by The Harvest kitchen
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium size bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together, set aside
- Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat
- Add the zucchini and onions and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook another 1-2 minutes until the zucchini is just just fork tender
- Add cooked rice (or quinoa) and beans to skillet
- Pour egg mixture over the rice, beans and zucchini in the skillet
- Cook over medium low heat for 5-7 minutes or until mixture sets
- Run a spatula around the eggs of the edges of the skillet
- Sprinkle the top with cheese
- Cover skillet for 3-5 minutes for the cheese to melt
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 211 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 18 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 191 milligrams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams unsaturated fat
MAKE-AHEAD SPANISH FRITTATA
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss potatoes, shallots, paprika, 1/4 cup oil, and 1 1/2 tsp. salt on a 13x9" rimmed baking sheet or metal baking dish. Bake, tossing halfway through, until potatoes are fork-tender and golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Let cool slightly. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
- Whisk eggs, sour cream, mustard, and remaining 1 1/4 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Stir in potato mixture. Line the same sheet you used to roast the potatoes with parchment (don't worry about washing pan), leaving some overhang on two sides. Grease parchment generously with oil, then pour egg mixture into pan. Bake frittata until center is just set, surface is puffed, and edges are lightly golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Let cool at least 30 minutes.
- Run a knife around the edges of frittata, then use parchment overhang to carefully lift it out of pan and transfer to a cutting board. Let cool to room temperature, then cut into desired shape.
- Do Ahead: Frittata can be made 5 days ahead. Chill whole or in pieces in an airtight container.
SPANISH TORTILLA
Make a classic Spanish omelette filled with pan-fried potatoes and onion. It makes a delicious light vegetarian meal or an easy tapas dish
Provided by Miriam Nice
Categories Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Supper
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put a large non-stick frying pan on a low heat. Cook the onion slowly in the oil and butter until soft but not brown - this should take about 15 mins. Meanwhile, peel the tomatoes (if using) by scoring the skins with a cross, putting them in a bowl and pouring over just-boiled water. Drain the water after 2-3 mins and the skins will peel away easily. You can then coarsely grate them.
- Add the potatoes to the pan, then cover and cook for a further 15-20 mins, stirring occasionally to make sure they fry evenly. When the potatoes are soft and the onion is shiny, crush 2 garlic cloves and stir in, followed by the beaten eggs.
- Put the lid back on the pan and leave the tortilla to cook gently. After 20 mins, the edges and base should be golden, the top set but the middle still a little wobbly. To turn it over, slide it onto a plate and put another plate on top, turn the whole thing over and slide it back into the pan to finish cooking.
- Once cooked, transfer to a plate and serve the tortilla warm or cold, scattered with the chopped parsley. To accompany the tortilla, take slices of warmed baguette, stab all over with a fork and rub with the remaining garlic, pile on the grated tomatoes and season with sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
MEXICAN FRITTATA
This a yummy breakfast frittata with Mexican flair. Serve this on a Sunday morning instead of the traditional pancake breakfast. Full of flavor. Add a dollop of sour cream and diced avocado on top.
Provided by tracyfer
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Frittata Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a small casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper and onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- While pepper and onion are cooking, combine milk, egg whites, whole eggs, salt, pepper, and cumin into a medium bowl using a whisk.
- Transfer cooked vegetables to the prepared casserole dish. Pour egg mixture over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until eggs are set, about 30 minutes.
- Remove frittata from the oven and cut into wedges or squares. Place onto a plate and top with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 188.4 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1169 mg, Sugar 9 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your frittata.
- Don't overcook the frittata. It should be cooked through, but still slightly moist in the center.
- Let the frittata cool slightly before slicing. This will help it hold its shape.
- Serve the frittata warm or at room temperature. It's also delicious cold, for a quick and easy grab-and-go breakfast or lunch.
- Frittatas are a great way to use up leftover vegetables, meat, and cheese. Get creative and experiment with different ingredients to find your favorite combination.
Conclusion:
Spanish frittatas are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can even make a frittata ahead of time and reheat it later. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give a Spanish frittata a try.
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