Mexican Frittata Recipe

Name: Mexican Frittata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 eggs beaten; 1 cup shredded cheese Mexican; 1/2 red pepper diced and 2 ring slices; 1/2 green pepper diced and 2 ring slices; 1/3 red onion diced; 2 cups fresh spinach; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon grape seed oil; 2 teaspoons chili pepper aleppo; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; pepper slat &, to taste

Servings: persons

8 eggs beaten
1 cup shredded cheese Mexican
1/2 red pepper diced and 2 ring slices
1/2 green pepper diced and 2 ring slices
1/3 red onion diced
2 cups fresh spinach
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon grape seed oil
2 teaspoons chili pepper aleppo
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
pepper slat &, to taste

1
Melt the butter in a cast iron skillet on medium heat.
2
Add the onions and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the peppers 2 minutes into the cooking of the onions.
4
Add all the spices and mix in.
5
Add the spinach and cook until it wilts - 2 - 3 minutes.
6
Add the oil to the pan and let heat for a minute.
7
Pour in the eggs. Let the eggs begin to firm - about 3 minutes.
8
Pull the firm eggs to the center of the pan and let cook some more.
9
Add 3/4 or so of the cup of cheese and mix through. Let cook for a couple of minutes.
10
Move to a 325 degree oven. After 5 minutes of cooking, top with the remaining cheese and the pepper rings.
11
Finish cooking in the oven for another 8 - 10 minutes.
12
Serve and enjoy!

476

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 eggs beaten, 1 cup shredded cheese Mexican, 1/2 red pepper diced and 2 ring slices, 1/2 green pepper diced and 2 ring slices, and more.

Yes, Mexican Frittata falls under the Breakfast 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!

Mexican Frittata

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Variations & substitutions

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