I like adding cooked grains to a frittata, but you have to choose just the right one; it should be soft, not too chewy. Rice works, and so does bulgur. But if you want to add a grain that will contribute a lot of flavor to a frittata, kasha is your grain. It is wonderfully nutty, and a cup of cooked kasha contributes just the right amount of bulk to make this frittata substantial but not at all heavy. Leeks, cooked down until sweet and tender, a small amount of baby spinach, which always partners well with kasha whether raw or cooked, lots of fresh dill and a little bit of feta are the other components. Serve this for dinner and take leftovers to work for lunch.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch, vegetables, appetizer, main course
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a heavy 10-inch, preferably nonstick skillet. Add leeks and cook, stirring, until they begin to wilt, about 3 minutes. Add a generous pinch of salt and continue to cook, stirring often, until leeks are soft and fragrant, 4 to 5 more minutes. Stir in baby spinach a handful at a time and turn up heat so that spinach wilts in liquid left on leaves after washing. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer contents of pan to a strainer and allow liquid to drip for 20 to 30 minutes, or longer. Rinse out and dry skillet and return to stove.
- Beat eggs in a large bowl. Stir in salt (I use 1/2 teaspoon), pepper, milk, kasha, leek and spinach mixture, dill, Aleppo pepper and feta.
- Heat remaining olive oil over medium-high heat in the 10-inch skillet. Hold your hand above it; it should feel hot. Drop a bit of egg into pan and if it sizzles and cooks at once, pan is ready. Scrape in egg mixture. Swirl pan to distribute eggs and filling evenly over surface. Shake pan gently, tilting it slightly with one hand while lifting up edges of frittata with the spatula in your other hand, to let eggs run underneath and form a few layers during first few minutes of cooking.
- Once a few layers of egg have set, turn heat down to very low, cover (use a pizza pan if you don't have a lid that will fit your skillet), and cook 10 minutes, shaking pan gently every once in a while. From time to time remove lid and loosen the bottom of the frittata with a spatula, tilting the pan, so that more egg runs underneath.
- . Meanwhile, heat broiler. Uncover pan and place under the broiler, not too close to the heat, for 1 to 3 minutes, watching very carefully to make sure top doesn't burn (at most, it should brown very slightly and puff under the broiler). Remove from heat, shake the pan to make sure the frittata isn't sticking, and allow it to cool for at least 5 minutes and for up to 15. Loosen edges with a wooden or heat-proof rubber spatula. Carefully slide frittata from pan onto a large round platter or plate. Cut into wedges or into smaller bite-size diamonds. Serve hot, warm, room temperature, or cold.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 275, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 372 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Sharif Vuiya
[email protected]This frittata is a great make-ahead breakfast or lunch. It's also perfect for a potluck or brunch.
joke boys
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of kasha, but I really enjoyed this frittata. The flavors of the leeks and spinach really helped to balance out the kasha.
Md Hack
[email protected]This frittata is a great way to use up leftover kasha. It's also a really healthy and satisfying meal.
brandon thompson
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! It was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious.
Ashlee Clark
[email protected]This is the best frittata I've ever had! The kasha added a really nice touch.
Dena Mccarty
[email protected]This frittata was amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. It was also really easy to make, which is always a bonus.
Peachy Princess
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of frittatas, but this one was really good. The kasha gave it a nice nutty flavor and the leeks and spinach added a nice touch of freshness. I'll definitely be making this again.
Layaan Chitiki
[email protected]This frittata was delicious! The flavors of the kasha, leeks, and spinach were perfectly balanced. I also liked the addition of the cheese, which gave it a nice gooey texture.
Adode Patrick
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes for my family, and this frittata fit the bill perfectly. It was a hit with everyone, even my picky kids! I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my regular rotation.
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[email protected]This frittata was easy to make and turned out great! I especially liked the addition of the kasha, which gave it a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Nihal Khan
[email protected]I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of kasha, but I'm so glad I did! The kasha added a nutty flavor and texture that I really enjoyed. The leeks and spinach also added a nice touch of flavor and color.
Mb Shopon
[email protected]This frittata was a delightful surprise! The combination of kasha, leeks, and spinach provided a unique and flavorful twist on a classic dish. The texture was perfect, with a crispy exterior and a tender, moist interior.