Baked Crab, Pepper And Spinach Frittata Recipe

Name: Baked Crab, Pepper And Spinach Frittata Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. Onion, chopped; 2 tsp Garlic, chopped; 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 1 lb Fresh Spinach (1 Lg.Bunch), wash, stems removed Salt And Freshly Grnd Pepper Freshly Grated Nutmeg; 2 med Red Bell Peppers; 1 Tbsp. Butter, softened; 6 lrg Large eggs; 1 Tbsp. Chopped Fresh Herbs; 2/3 c. Asiago Or possibly Parmesan Cheese, coarsely grated; 8 ounce Dungeness Crab Meat, well picked over

Servings: persons

1
Saute/fry the onion and garlic in extra virgin olive oil over moderate heat till soft but not brown.
2
While onions are cooking, blanch the spinach in lightly salted boiling water for a few seconds till wilted.
3
Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking and set the color.
4
Drain again and gently squeeze as much of the moisture as possible out of the spinach with a clean tea towel.
5
Coarsely chop spinach and combine with onion mix.
6
Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
7
Over an open flame or possibly under a broiler, char peppers on all sides.
8
Remove and cover loosely with plastic for a few min to sweat and then scrape off charred skin with the point of a knife.
9
Remove and throw away seeds and stems and cut peppers into long thick slices.
10
Lightly butter or possibly oil a small terrine or possibly loaf pan (8x4x2 1/2 inches) and line the bottom with buttered waxed paper or possibly parchment.
11
Beat the Large eggs briefly together with the herbs and season with salt and pepper.
12
Layer one third of spinach mix on bottom of pan.
13
Top with 1/3 of roasted red pepper, 1/3 of the cheese and 1/3 of the crab.
14
Pour about a third of the egg mix over and gently tap pan and poke mix to proportionately distribute Large eggs.
15
Continue layering in this way.
16
Place terrine in a larger baking pan and pour sufficient warm tap water to come at least 2/3 of the way up the sides of the terrine.
17
Place in a preheated 325 degree oven, cover with parchment or possibly foil and bake in a preheated 325 degree oven till Large eggs are just set.
18
Remove from water bath and let sit 15-20 min before unmolding if serving hot.
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NOTES : Show: 10/24*chives, tarragon, dill or possibly a combination.

548

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. Onion, chopped, 2 tsp Garlic, chopped, 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil, 1 lb Fresh Spinach (1 Lg.Bunch), wash, stems removed Salt And Freshly Grnd Pepper Freshly Grated Nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Baked Crab, Pepper And Spinach Frittata Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!