Mexican Style Frittata Food

MEXICAN FRITTATA

Steps:

• I started this version by putting the chorizo link in a 350F oven until I needed it. (Alternatively, you can crumble the chorizo and cook it with the onion and jalapeno.)
• Finely cube the potato. Add it to a pot of salted boiling water and parboil for 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Ideally they are still a little firm as they will finish cooking in the frittata's baking period.
• Finely chop 1/2 onion and 2 jalapenos. Saute in a dollop of oil over medium heat until tender, approx. 5-8 minutes.
• Add the chopped chorizo link and saute until the chorizo is fully cooked. Add the potatoes and season liberally with salt and pepper. (Note: I only added 2/3 of the cubed potatoes to this batch as that seemed to create a good balance.)
• For the egg mixture, crack ten eggs in a mixing bowl and combine well. Add 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder (optional), 1/2 teaspoon salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and shredded Cotija cheese (optional). Combine well and add the egg mixture to the saute pan.
• Use a spatula to even things out in the saute pan, letting the eggs fill the gaps and settle to the bottom of the pan. Add 1/2 cup of cubed cheese (I used Jack), and you can also optionally add a layer of shredded cheese on top.
• If using an oven-safe skillet simply add it to a 350F oven and bake for 10-15 minutes. (You can alternatively add everything to a baking dish but you'll have to bake it for a few minutes longer.)
• I baked this batch for 12 minutes and then finished it under the broiler for approx. 2 minutes; this can help even out the temp across the center.
• Once cooked, slice it up and serve immediately! Feel free to top with fresh garnish and a few drops of hot sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

MEXICAN FRITTATA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
• In a medium oven-safe skillet (8 to 9 inches wide), brown the ground beef in the olive oil. Add the taco seasoning and salsa. Stir to coat evenly, then remove the seasoned meat from the skillet.
• Add the green pepper to the skillet and cook for a few minutes, until crisp tender. Add the meat back to the skillet, along with the tomato and scallions. Pour the scrambled eggs on top, and sprinkle with the salt and cheese.
• Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the frittata is set and no longer jiggly. Let it sit for a few minutes before cutting. Serve warm.

TEX-MEX FRITTATA

Steps:

• Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat the broiler.
• In a 12-inch ovenproof nonstick skillet or a very well-seasoned cast-iron skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes, garlic, onions, red and orange bell peppers and jalapeno to the skillet. Add the cumin and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring gently, until the veggies begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Arrange the veggies so that the potato slices are flat and in an even layer.
• Meanwhile, in a pitcher or bowl, whisk together the eggs, salsa and a pinch of salt. Stir in the grated pepper jack.
• Pour the egg mixture into the skillet, being careful to cover the veggies and get it around the edge of the skillet. Cook, undisturbed, until the eggs begin to set on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the broiler, using the middle rack, and cook until very lightly browned on top, about 5 minutes.
• Carefully slide the frittata onto a cutting board. Slice into 4 to 6 wedges. Garnish with the cherry tomatoes, avocado, cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.

MEXICAN FRITTATA

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk eggs with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside. In a 10-inch nonstick skillet with a tight-fitting lid, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add bell peppers and onion; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
• Add eggs, and cook, quickly stirring with a heatproof rubber spatula, until eggs thicken, about 1 minute. Sprinkle cheese evenly over egg mixture. Cover skillet; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook frittata for 15 minutes. Remove skillet from heat, and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, whisk together vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large bowl; season dressing with salt and pepper. Add lettuce, and toss to combine.
• Slide frittata onto a work surface; cut into wedges. Top frittata with salsa, and serve with salad.

MEXICAN-STYLE FRITTATA

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a medium saucepan and add enough cold water to cover. Bring to a simmer and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.
• Alternatively, place them in a glass bowl, cover with plastic, then microwave on high until tender, 3-5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F Coat a 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray.
• Spread potatoes over bottom of pie plate and season with salt. Spoon salsa over potatoes.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, egg whites, flour, oregano, and pepper until smooth. Stir in cheese and scallions.
• Pour Mixture over potatoes and salsa. With a fork, gently stir misture so cheese and potatoes are evenly distributed. Bake frittata for 30-35 minutes or until it is set at the centre and golden on top. Slice into wedges.

MEXICAN FRITTATA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• In an 8-inch, nonstick, oven-proof saute pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the scallions green onions and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Meanwhile in a medium bowl, beat the eggs with 1 tablespoon of water. Add cilantro and season with salt and pepper. Add egg mixture to pan and cook. Add the eggs and cilantro to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 8 minutes lifting the edges with a spatula, to allow any uncooked egg to flow to the bottom. Pour the Mexican crema over the top and sprinkle with the cheese. Transfer the pan to the oven and bake until puffed and golden, about 8 to 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

MEXICAN FRITTATA

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.

CHORIZO FRITTATA

Steps:

• Put potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water.
• Boil for 4 minutes or until tender; drain and cool slightly.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt and pepper; add 1/4 cup cheese and set aside.
• In a large non-stick, broiler-proof skillet, heat the oil over medium heat;.
• Add sausage and cook, stirring constantly for about 3 minutes.
• Add onion, garlic and bell pepper and saute until soft, about 4 minutes.
• Add potatoes to the pan and continue to cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes.
• Stir in egg mixture and mix well.
• Cover, reduce heat to low; cook until the eggs are almost set, about 10 minutes.
• Preheat broiler.
• Sprinkle frittata with remaining cheese.
• Place frittata under the broiler and cook until top is set and starts to brown, about 3 minutes.
• Place a large serving plate over the pan, and carefully invert to turn out the frittata or serve right from the pan.