Frittata Rolls in a Thousand Ways

Frittata rolls are a great idea for a tasty appetizer and can be filled in countless ways. For the base, we can start with a simple frittata and then vary the filling according to tastes and availability.

Ingredients for the frittata:

• 4 eggs
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste (optional)
• A drizzle of oil or a knob of butter to grease the pan

For the filling, here are three variations:

1. Mediterranean Filling:

• 100 g of spreadable fresh cheese (such as ricotta, stracchino, or other to taste)
• Sun-dried tomatoes in oil, finely chopped
• Pitted black olives, chopped
• Fresh basil
• Salt and pepper

2. Rustic Filling:

• 100g of soft cheese (such as gorgonzola or Brie)
• 2-3 slices of cooked or cured ham
• Fresh arugula

3. Veggie Filling:

• 100g of hummus
• Carrots cut into julienne
• Grilled zucchini
• Fresh or pan-sautéed spinach

Preparation

1. Prepare the frittata by beating the eggs in a bowl, seasoning them with salt and pepper, and cooking them in a lightly greased non-stick pan. Cook the frittata thin and wide so it can be easily rolled afterward.

2. Once ready, remove the frittata from the heat and let it cool. You can speed up cooling by placing it on a large plate.

3. While the frittata cools, prepare your preferred filling. If you chose the Mediterranean filling, mix the spreadable cheese with the sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and chopped basil leaves; for the Rustic filling, spread the cheese on the frittata and add the ham and arugula on top; for the Veggie filling, spread the hummus and arrange the carrots, zucchini, and spinach.

4. Spread the filling on the cooled frittata, leaving a border of about 1 cm free.

5. Carefully roll the filled frittata onto itself, creating a compact roll.

6. Wrap the frittata roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour; this will allow the ingredients to set and the frittata to hold its shape.

7. When ready to serve, remove the plastic wrap and slice the frittata roll crosswise to create the rolls.

Trivia

Frittata rolls are a versatile dish originating from home cooking; they work well both as appetizers and as finger food during an aperitivo. Their popularity comes from the simplicity of preparation and the ability to vary the filling according to preferences or the season.