Description
This caramelized onion and eggplant frittata is a veggie-lovers dream brunch. Served hot or cold, it’s a great option for make-ahead!
Ingredients
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 medium sized onions, sliced thin (about 2.5 cups sliced)
1 1/2 tsp salt, divided
2 cups eggplant*, cubed
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
6 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup white all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp oregano
1 cup + 2 tbsp shaved parmesan cheese
2 cups arugula
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F
Melt butter in a large, oven safe skillet over medium heat
Once butter is melted, carefully and using an oven mitt, swirl the skillet so the bottom and sides are coated in butter (this prevents the egg mixture from sticking to the sides later)
Gradually add thinly sliced onions
Add 1/2 tsp salt, mix
Work with a wooden spoon to make sure all onions are evenly coated in butter/salt, about 2-3 minutes
Reduce heat to medium-low
Sauté for 10 minutes, tossing with a wooden spoon every 2-3 minutes
After 10 minutes, add the eggplant, fold into the onions
Sauté for 5 minutes
Add the crushed garlic
Sauté 5 more minutes
Meanwhile, in a medium sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, flour, baking powder, oregano and 1/2 tsp salt until fully combined
Pour egg mixture into the skillet
Working carefully with a wooden spoon so you do not spill over the sides, mix egg mixture with caramelized onions and eggplant
Add the cheese, fold into the egg mixture
Carefully move the skillet from the stovetop to the middle rack of the oven (use an oven mitt!)
Bake for 10-12 minutes until the egg is set
Cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing
Serve topped with arugula, a sprinkle of salt and parmesan cheese (optional)
Notes
*I like to leave the skin on, but you can peel it if you prefer
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: frittata
Keywords: #frittata, #breakfastbakes