What do you get when you combine my two favorite breakfasts? This Huevos Rancheros Frittata masterpiece!
This Frittata is what dreams are made of. It puts a drool-worthy twist on the Mexican classic, huevos rancheros, and is sure to be a hit with anyone who tries it!
PSA: If you’re not on the frittata bandwagon, now is the time to hop on!
Frittatas have a very special place in my heart. They are just as tasty as an omelet but infinitely easier to make! Why is that? Because there is no flipping involved and no flipping = no mess! All you need to do to make a frittata is sauté your chosen ingredients, then pour whisked eggs over. It is that easy! I also prefer them to quiches because the lack of crust not only means less cook time, but makes it all around lighter and healthier (give or take depending on how much cheese you use.)
Huevos Rancheros Frittata
Course: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy6
servings10
minutes20
minutesIngredients
7 Eggs
¼ Cup Milk (I used 2% if dairy free, I suggest coconut milk)
2 Medium Sized Tomatos, Diced
¼ Yellow Onion, Diced
1 Red Bell Pepper, Diced
¼ Tsp Lime Zest
1 Tsp Paprika
1 Tsp Chili Powder
¼ Tsp Ground Cumin
2 Tbs Cilantro, Chopped
½ Cup Shredded Cheese (Jack, Pepper Jack, or Mexican 4 Cheese would all be great)
½ Cup Salsa
Salt & Pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
- Dice the tomatoes, pepper, and onion into small pieces. Heat up olive oil in an oven safe pan such as a cast iron skillet. Add the vegetables and sauté for 7 minutes until soft and the tomatoes have released their water. The season with lime zest, paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- While the vegetables are cooking, crack your eggs into a separate bowl and whisk in milk. Stir in half of the cilantro, and half of the cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables. Tilt the pan to make sure all the vegetables are evenly covered. I like to add the second half of cheese right on top, to form a crust. Cook frittata for 2 minutes on medium high until the outside of the eggs are set.
- Transfer the pan to the oven and bake until the eggs are set. Roughly 8 minutes. To check if the eggs are cooked through, tilt the pan to see if the eggs wobble in the middle. If they do not then they’re done. If you prefer a crispier top, you can broil the frittata for 1 minute.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes then top with salsa and the rest of your cilantro.
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