[FOODIES CORNER] Basic recipe and cooking instructions for plantain and egg frittata

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A plantain and egg frittata is an omelette in which eggs are combined with plantains, vegetables, and occasionally meat before being cooked.

The mixture is baked or slowly cooked on the stove top till the omelette is set and fully cooked. It’s so easy to make yet so tasty. It is a twist to traditional fried plantain and eggs.

If you’re looking for a great way to step up your breakfast game making plantain and eggs this way is a game changer. Plantain and egg frittata is loaded with veggies and sausages. It’s filling packed full of flavor.

COOKING INGREDIENTS

Ripe plantains (not overly ripe)
Eggs
Onions
Hot dogs
Bell peppers
Salt /Bouillon powder
Tomatoes
Pepper flakes
Garlic powder

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS

There are two ways to prepare plantain and egg frittata. There is the oven method and the stovetop method.

Oven Method

Cut plantains into slices, fry and set aside.

Sauté onions, veggies and sausages, set aside to cool.

Preheat the oven to 350°F / 180°C

Lightly grease cast iron skillet.

Beat eggs, mix in the cooled sautéed veggies and sausages.

Pour egg mix into the cast iron, top with fried Plantains.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 mins or until center is set.

Stovetop Method

Lightly grease a 10 inch frying pan (preferably non stick)

Pour Mix into the frying pan or skillet

Cover frying pan with a lid, cook on medium low heat for 30 mins or until the center firms up.

Serve with any juice of your choice, hot chocolate or a glass of milk.