Plantain Frittata

Ingredients 🛒:

• 2 large ripe plantains (sliced and fried or air-fried)

• 6 large eggs

• 1 onion (chopped)

• 1 small bell pepper (sliced thinly, any color of choice)

• 1 tomato (diced)

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

• 1/2 tsp curry powder

• 1/2 tsp dried thyme

• Salt & Pepper to taste

• Chili flakes for heat (optional)

Instructions 🧑‍🍳

🔷 Pan Method (Stove top)

• Fry or air-fry the plantain slices until golden, then set aside. Heat oil in a non-stick pan, season the onion, bell pepper, and tomato as desired, and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

• In a bowl, whisk eggs with curry, thyme, salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes.

• Pour eggs into the pan over veggies, then arrange plantain slices on top.

• Cover with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and cook on a low heat until set (10-12 minutes).

• Slice and serve warm.

🔷Oven Method

• Preheat oven to 180℃ (350℉). Lightly grease or line an oven-safe skillet or baking dish.

• Fry or air-fry plantains and set aside.

• Sauté the onion, pepper, and tomato in a pan with oil for 2-3 minutes.

• In a bowl, whisk eggs with curry, thyme, salt, pepper and chili (optional).

• Mix in the sauteed veggies, pour into the greased dish, and arrange the plantain slices on top.

• Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the eggs are firm and golden brown.

• Slice and serve.

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Calories (Per Serving) 🍽

Pan method (fried plantains)- 310 calories per slice (6 servings)

Oven method (air-fried plantains)- 270 calories per slice

Note: Calories may vary depending on portion slice and oil used...

How To Serve 🍴

• Enjoy hot with sliced avocado or fresh salad.

• Pair with toasted bread for a complete meal.

• Great for meal prep - refrigerate and reheat for a quick breakfast..

Ingredient Modifications and Substitutions

• Swap plantains with potatoes for a twist.

• Add cheese for extra creaminess.

• Use spinach or kale for extra veggies.

• Make it lighter by air-frying the plantains instead of deep-frying.