Chive frittata is a delicious and elegant Iranian dish that can be prepared in no time. Stay with us as we walk you through this quick and easy recipe.
According to the Saed News cooking section, chive frittata is one of the tastiest Iranian dishes you can make quickly. Thanks to the chives, it has a unique flavor. The recipe varies across different regions of Iran, with people adding various ingredients to enhance its taste. You can also customize the ingredients to suit your preference. In this article, we’ll teach you how to prepare different versions of chive frittata—so let’s get started!
Servings: 4 people
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Easy
We'll first introduce the quick and easy chive frittata recipe before moving on to its variations. For the simplest version, gather the following ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
Chives (chopped) | 2 cups |
Eggs | 3 |
Salt, pepper, turmeric | As needed |
Flour | 1 tablespoon |
Oil | 2 tablespoons |
This recipe serves four. If you're making it for more or fewer people, simply adjust the ingredient quantities accordingly. For example, to make a two-person serving, use half of the listed ingredients.
Wash and chop the chives.
Mix the eggs and chives in a large bowl.
Add the seasonings—salt, pepper, and turmeric—then mix well.
Sprinkle in the flour and stir to combine.
Heat the oil in a pan until hot, then pour in the mixture. Reduce the heat and cook for 15 minutes.
Flip the frittata once the bottom is golden brown, then cook the other side until done.
And just like that, your delicious chive frittata is ready to serve! If you enjoy this dish, you might also like our ground beef cutlet recipe.
As mentioned earlier, there are several ways to make chive frittata. Below are some tasty variations to try. If you enjoy finger foods, we also recommend checking out our various cutlet recipes.
For a flavorful twist, simply add chopped leeks to the basic chive frittata recipe. To enhance the aroma, mix in some dried mint.
To make this version:
Boil the chicken and shred it.
Mix the shredded chicken with the basic chive frittata ingredients.
For extra flavor, add garlic powder and a grated potato.
Tip: When boiling the chicken, add turmeric, bell peppers, onion, and carrots to the water to eliminate any unwanted smell.
This variation follows the basic recipe but includes two grated medium potatoes for extra texture. The cooking time remains 30 minutes.
For this version, add parsley, leeks, dried mint, and garlic powder to the mix. Chop the herbs finely and combine them with the grated potatoes, eggs, and seasonings before cooking.
For a more aromatic and flavorful dish, add parsley, leeks, and dried mint to the basic recipe. You can also mix in a small amount of saffron infusion for a richer taste.
Serving Tip: If making this frittata for a gathering, serve it alongside herb frittata rolls for an elegant presentation.
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