Fritatas with potato chips

6 servings

30 minutes

Frittata with potato chips is an unusual yet delightful dish from Italian cuisine. A classic frittata is a fluffy omelet that can include vegetables, cheese, and other ingredients. However, in this recipe, the main highlight is the crispy potato chips. They provide a textural contrast—the tenderness of the eggs and creaminess of the cheese harmonize with the spicy crunchy crust. The light sweetness of carrots and aroma of onions enhance the flavor. Frittata is perfect for breakfast or a light dinner, and convenient portions in muffin tins make it an excellent option for buffets and picnics. The simplicity of preparation and accessible ingredients make this dish a favorite even among kitchen novices.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 186.8
• Proteins: 10.7g
• Fats: 13.7g
• Carbohydrates: 4.8g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 5 pc
• Milk: 1.5 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Leek: 1 pc
• Onion: 0.5 head
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Potato chips: to taste
• Cheddar cheese: 4 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 160 degrees.

2. In a bowl, mix milk, eggs, salt, and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 5 piece
   • Milk: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

3. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add finely chopped onion and leek. Lightly salt and sauté until soft for about 5 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Leek: 1 piece
   • Onion: 0.5 head

4. Add grated carrot and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 1 piece

5. Grease 6 muffin molds with butter. Distribute grated cheese in the molds, then add vegetables. Pour the egg mixture, filling the molds three-quarters full. Top each mold with a few pieces of chips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cheddar cheese: 4 tablespoons
   • Potato chips:  to taste

6. Bake until done for 12-15 minutes. Serve hot.