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Plantain Frittata: A Delicious and Nutritious Twist to Breakfast


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

A vibrant and flavorful breakfast, this plantain frittata combines the natural sweetness of ripe plantains with savory vegetables and seasoned eggs. Perfect for brunch or a wholesome morning meal, it’s easy to customize and guaranteed to impress.


Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 cup baby spinach
  • 2 small ripe yellow plantains, sliced into 1cm rounds
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, divided
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
  • Dried red chili flakes (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the Eggs
    Crack eggs into a medium bowl and whisk until frothy. Set aside.
  3. Sauté Vegetables
    Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add bell peppers, scallions, and tomatoes. Cook for 1–2 minutes, then stir in baby spinach until wilted. Season with 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Assemble Frittata
    Pour whisked eggs over the vegetable mixture in the skillet. Arrange plantain slices on top in a circular pattern. Drizzle 1 teaspoon olive oil over plantains and sprinkle with remaining sea salt, black pepper, and minced rosemary.
  5. Bake
    Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until eggs are set, and plantains are golden.
  6. Serve
    Let the frittata cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve garnished with dried red chili flakes if desired.

Notes

  • Use ripe yellow plantains with black spots for optimal sweetness.
  • A cast-iron skillet works best for even cooking and oven transfer.
  • Customize with your choice of veggies, spices, or protein.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast/Brunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Fusion