frittata
A frittata is an Italian-style egg dish that is similar to an omelet or a crustless quiche. Unlike a traditional folded omelet, a frittata is typically cooked slowly over low heat, often starting on the stovetop and finishing in the oven, resulting in a dense, open-faced pancake of eggs packed with vegetables, meats, or cheeses. The term is often used to describe a "clean-out-the-fridge" meal, as it is an excellent way to use up leftover cooked ingredients. It is considered a casual, rustic dish perfect for brunch or a quick weeknight dinner, usually served cut into wedges rather than folded over.
In conversation
Weekend brunch planning
I have a ton of leftover spinach and some feta in the fridge.
I have a ton of leftover spinach and some feta in the fridge.
That sounds perfect for a frittata! Should I get the eggs?
That sounds perfect for a frittata! Should I get the eggs?
Shows the common use of a frittata as a way to use up leftovers.
Quick dinner
Dinner is just a simple vegetable frittata tonight.
Dinner is just a simple vegetable frittata tonight.
Does it have bacon in it?
Does it have bacon in it?
Not this time, but it’s still delicious.
Not this time, but it’s still delicious.
Highlights the versatility of ingredients within the dish.
Examples
I made a simple frittata for breakfast.
I made a simple frittata for breakfast.
You can add almost any vegetable to a frittata to make it more filling.
You can add almost any vegetable to a frittata to make it more filling.
The secret to a perfect frittata is cooking the filling thoroughly before pouring in the whisked eggs.
The secret to a perfect frittata is cooking the filling thoroughly before pouring in the whisked eggs.
