Frittata-Stuffed Pocket

The frittata-stuffed pocket is a simple and delicious dish, ideal for a quick meal or a picnic lunch. Let’s see what we need to prepare it.

Ingredients

• 1 ciabatta or baguette roll
• 2 eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Aromatic herbs to taste (basil, parsley, chives)
• 1 tablespoon of milk (optional, to make the frittata fluffier)
• Grated or cubed cheese (pecorino, parmesan, scamorza, depending on preferences)
• Deli meats of your choice (cooked ham, prosciutto, pancetta, salami)
• Vegetables to taste (spinach, cherry tomatoes, zucchini)
• Extra virgin olive oil or butter for cooking the frittata

Preparation

1. Break the eggs into a bowl, season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the chopped aromatic herbs and the tablespoon of milk, then beat everything with a fork until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.

2. Heat a little oil or a knob of butter in a pan. Pour in the eggs and cook over medium-low heat, trying to obtain a frittata that is not too thick and flip it halfway through cooking to brown it on both sides. Add the cheese and the vegetables that you have previously cooked or raw depending on the type chosen.

3. Meanwhile, cut the roll in half to create a pocket, and slightly hollow out the inner crumb to make space for the frittata.

4. When the frittata is ready and the cheese has slightly melted, insert it into the opening of the roll, add the deli meats and additional fresh vegetables if desired.

5. Your frittata-stuffed pocket is ready to be enjoyed!

Curiosities

This is a very versatile preparation that lends itself to numerous variations, depending on the ingredients you have on hand or your personal preferences. You can add spices to make the dish more exotic or different cheeses for a richer flavor. The frittata-stuffed pocket is also an excellent way to use up leftover vegetables or deli meats that you have in the fridge!