JHATPAT FRITTATA!:)

Shaheen of "Malluspice" blog has just launched a brand new monthly event called "Express Cooking Event". She asks us bloggers to come up with a nutritious and quick meal under 30 mins which would help us all at the end of a tiring day.Sounds good to me! Here is mine, a Jhatpat Frittata with a salad!Thanks for the idea Shaheen!:)



Jhatpat Frittata?!
Yes, it is!! For non-Indians,Jhatpat in Hindi means quick!! When you've had a hectic day at home or come home tired from work and the kids are driving you crazy,let my Jhatpat Frittata come to your rescue! These dishes can be made literally in mins and nutritious as well.Vegetarians,you could use a cup of Besan/Chickpea flour+ few tbsp of Plain flour or Cornstarch to bind instead of Eggs or can use Egg replacer too!!
As much as I love cooking,I would hate to hang around the kitchen unless I have to and not a minute more than necessary!! I chopped these veggies in 5mins flat and it took about 10 mins for the Frittata to cook and 1-2 minutes to grill!For salad, it took less than 5 mins to prepare and Voila!! Grab a fork and dig in!!:)

Have a quick 22 mins or less Brunch,lunch or dinner; Delicious Frittata with refreshing Tomato salad on a bed of Lettuce! :)
If you follow my steps as I tell you here, you will have that Frittata dinner on your table in less than 22mins!This serves 3-4 people!:)



You need these for quick 5 mins of slicing,dicing and whisking!

Look at those Bell peppers,you will see more of those at FH next week!:)
Spray oil or little butter in a 10-12" non-stick pan,put it on medium heat.Now slice 1/2 of each 4 bell peppers thinly,1/2 a red Onion, 2 small plum tomatoes,1 green chilli pepper,4 Green onions cut into rounds,3 tbsp of dill,some cilantro.(other veggies you can add are Green peas,Spinach ,grated Carrots etc, anything that cooks quickly or doesn't need much cooking!)

Hot pan and cool veggies to stir-fry!!

Add all these except half the dill and cilantro to the pan and spread around in one layer,let it cook.Meanwhile, in a big bowl beat 7 Eggs with 2 tbsp half and half or milk,salt,rest of the dill and cilantro.Give the veggies a stir gently so they cook evenly.No need to cook until soft,bell peppers should be little crisp to bite.

Now pour in the Eggelicious herby mix!

Now add the beaten eggs on the veggies starting from outside to inside in circles.DO NOT stir! Sprinkle any Mrs.Dash spice seasoning if you like or just some pepper,let it get firm around the edges ie about 10-12mins. Turn on the grill/broiler!
Now start preparing the salad as given below and put in the fridge to chill while the Frittata cooks.

Oops!! Forgot to take the grilling picture.Oh well, have a look at the golden top there!:D

As soon as the edges starts to curl and the center is still somewhat soft but not runny,sprinkle about 3 tbsp of Parmesan cheese or any cheese on top evenly.Take the pan carefully and hold it under the broiler for 2 mins making sure all the sides are getting slightly golden spots.Take it out,shake the pan gently to loosen the bottom and slide it on a plate.

Refreshing salad with my homegrown Pear Tomatoes splashed with Italian dressing!

Cut into 8 slices for 4 people and serve with a cool salad on a bed of crisp Lettuce.Sounds great or what?! Now sit down,eat and chat with your family while having a nutritious and quick meal.(Washing the dishes is not included in 22 mins! Sorry!!:D)

Here is how to prepare the salad(Same salad is coming at FH too on Wednesday!):


Gather and wash Pear or Cherry Tomatoes,wipe them dry,slice into halves.Sprinkle some salt,spice seasoning or Italian dressing,pepper if you like and toss.I like Cilantro in everything,I added some too. That's it.Keep it in the fridge until you are ready for dinner!



Have a great week gals!:)