BHA & BHT Free Turmeric Ginger Egg & Greens Frittata
Bright golden from a double hit of turmeric — both fresh-grated and ground — this egg and greens frittata is the kind of weeknight dinner that looks far more impressive than the effort involved. Fresh ginger layered alongside the turmeric gives the whole thing a warm, lightly spicy backbone that makes every bite feel intentional. Baby spinach and kale wilt down into a tender, savory base before the eggs are poured right over the top, so you get greens in every single slice without any extra fuss. The whole thing moves from stovetop to oven in one skillet, which means less cleanup and a beautifully set, custardy center that holds its shape when you cut it into wedges. Every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed — eggs, fresh aromatics, leafy greens, and good olive oil — so there's nothing hidden to worry about, no packaged shortcuts, and no preservatives sneaking in through the back door. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end keeps it bright and a little herby, though the frittata is absolutely worth eating on its own straight from the pan.
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4 servings
- 8 large eggs
- ¼ cup water
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 3 scallions, green tops only, thinly sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
- 1 cup kale, stems removed, leaves thinly sliced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, salt, black pepper, ground turmeric, and ground ginger until the yolks and whites are fully combined and the mixture is uniform in color, about 1 minute.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the fresh grated turmeric and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute — watch closely, as they can scorch quickly.
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