Neapolitan Spaghetti Frittata

The Neapolitan spaghetti frittata is a simple and delicious dish. Here are the ingredients and the procedure to prepare it.

Ingredients

• 200 g of spaghetti
• 4 eggs
• 100 g of grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons of milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil or butter for greasing the pan
• (Optional) 50 g of smoked provola or mozzarella, cubed
• (Optional) 50 g of Neapolitan salami or cooked ham, cubed

Preparation

1. Cook the spaghetti in plenty of salted water following the time indicated on the package to have them al dente.
2. Drain the spaghetti and cool them under running water. Let them drain well.
3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the grated Parmesan cheese, the milk, and adjust with salt and pepper.
4. Add the spaghetti to the egg mixture and mix well so that they are completely covered by the mixture.
5. (Optional) Add the smoked provola or mozzarella and the salami or cooked ham if using.
6. Grease a pan with oil or butter and heat it over medium heat.
7. Pour the mixture of spaghetti and eggs into the pan and cook for a few minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
8. With the help of a plate or lid, flip the frittata and cook the other side.
9. Once golden brown on the other side, the frittata is ready to be served.

Curiosity

The spaghetti frittata is a great way to recycle leftover spaghetti from the previous day. It’s a versatile dish that admits numerous variations, such as the addition of vegetables, mushrooms, or other cheeses to taste. Also, it can be enriched with aromatic herbs like parsley or basil for a touch of freshness.