Mother’s Day Delight: Instant Pot Frittata Recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
- Diet: Low Calorie
Description
Instant Pot Frittata is a quick and easy breakfast option that combines crispy bacon, fresh veggies and tangy cheese for a delicious start to your day.
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 strips bacon, diced
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 7 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (around 2 ounces)
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 to 6 grape tomatoes, thinly sliced crosswise
- Sliced green onions, optional, for garnish
- Sour cream, optional, for garnish
Instructions
Step 1:
- Grease a 7-inch baking pan with cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper if available. If not, generously grease the pan.
Step 2:Â
- Select the sauté function on the Instant Pot, add olive oil, and when it’s hot, add diced bacon.
- Cook for about 4 minutes, then add onion and bell pepper and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Remove bacon and veggies, wipe the inner pot, and add 1 cup of water.
Step 3:
- Whisk eggs in a bowl until blended.
- Add spinach, cheese, salt, pepper, sautéed bacon, onion, and bell pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with sliced tomatoes.
- Place the baking dish on a trivet and lower it into the Instant Pot.
- Secure the lid, set to high pressure, and cook for 12 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then manually release remaining pressure.
Step 4:
- Carefully remove the frittata from the Instant Pot and let it stand for 5 minutes.
- Serve in the pan or transfer to a plate. Garnish with green onions and sour cream if desired.
Equipment
CUCKOO CR-0675F | 6-Cup (Uncooked) Micom Rice Cooker
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- Once the egg mixture is mixed, make sure it is well blended before cooking to ensure that the vegetables and cheese are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Before cooking in the Instant Pot, be sure to sprinkle the top of the egg mixture evenly with sliced grape tomatoes, which will add color and texture.
- After cooking, let the frittata sit in the Instant Pot for a few minutes and then keep it warm with the keep warm function, which ensures that the batter is completely set and also makes it easier to cut into even portions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Holidays
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How should I determine how long to cook my vegetables to make sure they don't get too soft?
As a general rule, you may choose to cook your vegetables in the pot a little softer, but not too much. During the cooking process, keep an eye on the vegetables for changes in color and texture. Generally speaking, the vegetables should become slightly softened but still retain some chewiness. You can also try adjusting the cooking time to determine the best time for your taste preference.
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How do I avoid egg overflow in the Instant Pot?
To avoid egg spillage, first make sure the surface of the Instant Pot liner is clean and free of food or grease residue. Second, before pouring the egg mixture, make sure the vegetables and bacon have been evenly distributed in the liner and not piled up. Lastly, do not exceed the maximum capacity line of the Instant Pot liner to avoid overflowing of the egg mixture under high pressure.
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How do I confirm that the omelet is fully set after cooking?
An initial check to make sure the omelet is set can be done by gently shaking the Instant Pot inner pot. If the frittata has set in the Instant Pot and is no longer being shaken, then it has most likely finished cooking. Alternatively, you can use a toothpick and insert it into the center of the frittata. If the toothpick comes out clean and free of egg, then the frittata is fully set.
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