Wash the asparagus under running water. Holding each end, bend each asparagus until it snaps — this will separate the woody part. Cut off any remaining tough ends with a knife (about 2-3 cm). Cut each asparagus diagonally into pieces about 2-3 cm long.
Description
A light, spring frittata with green asparagus and red bell pepper — a simple breakfast in a national style with a delicate egg structure and a distinct vegetable accent. The dish combines the creaminess of sour cream and yellow cheese with the crunch of fresh asparagus; perfect for a morning gathering, picnic, or quick lunch. Serve slightly warm, cut into wedges, garnished with chives or fresh sorrel for a tangy contrast. Visually, the frittata has a golden top with colorful spots of bell pepper and the green of asparagus.
Ingredients Used
Ingredients (12)
- Chicken egg 6 szt. (~360 g)
- 18% cream 100 ml
- Cheese 100 g
- Rapeseed oil 15 g
- Onion 1 szt. (~150 g)
- Asparagus 200 g
- Red bell pepper 0.8 szt. (~150 g)
- Garlic 2 ząbki (~10 g)
- 🌿 Przyprawy
- Salt 2 g
- Black pepper 2 szczypty (~1 g)
- ✨ Opcjonalne
- Chives 0.2 pęczków (~15 g)
- Sorrel 30 g
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Preparation steps
Preparing the vegetables
Peel the onion, cut it in half and slice it into thin half-rings. Cut the bell pepper in half, remove the seeds and white membranes, then dice it into ~1 cm pieces. Peel the garlic and finely chop it or press it through a garlic press.
Frying vegetables
Place a heatproof skillet (24–26 cm in diameter) over medium heat. Pour in the rapeseed oil and heat for 30 seconds — the oil should loosen slightly but not smoke. Add the onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon, until it becomes translucent. Add the bell pepper and sauté for another 2–3 minutes until it softens, then add the asparagus and garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes — the asparagus should be tender but not mushy.
Preparation of the egg mixture
In a large bowl, crack the eggs (360 g = 6 pieces). Add 18% cream (100 ml), salt (2 g), and pepper (1 g). Whisk vigorously with a whisk or fork for about 30–60 seconds until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly frothy — the air bubbles will add lightness to the frittata.
Frying and finishing
Reduce the heat under the pan to medium-low. Pour the prepared egg mixture evenly over the vegetables. Gently stir with a spoon to allow the eggs to mix with the vegetables. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the edges start to set and the center is still slightly runny. Evenly sprinkle grated cheese (100 g) on top. Place the pan in the preheated oven with the grill/convection function set to 200–220°C (middle shelf, 3–5 minutes) until the top is nicely browned and the center is set. Oven-free alternative: cover the pan with a lid and cook on very low heat for 6–8 minutes until the mixture sets.
Finishing
Remove the frittata from the oven and let it sit for 2 minutes to allow the mixture to stabilize slightly — this will make it easier to cut even wedges. Sprinkle the top with freshly chopped chives (15 g) and, if using, chopped sorrel (30 g) — sorrel will add a pleasant acidity.
Serving
Transfer the pieces of frittata to plates. Serve warm or at room temperature. It pairs well with a slice of whole grain bread, a light arugula salad, or a yogurt sauce with dill.
Fun Fact
Frittata comes from Italian cuisine, but in Poland, it has been wonderfully embraced as a quick breakfast — it's easy to modify with local ingredients, such as asparagus and cottage cheese or country sausage.
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Tips
Serve pieces of frittata slightly warm, sprinkled with fresh herbs. You can add a spoonful of sour cream or natural yogurt inside. For a lunch version, serve with a salad of young leaves and slices of tomato.
Store in a closed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For reheating, use the oven at 160°C for 8–10 minutes or the microwave for 1–2 minutes (check every 30 seconds). Do not freeze — the texture of the eggs changes.
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