Spring Ramp and Asparagus Frittata
- Yield:Serves 4 to 6
- Active time:15 minutes
- Total time:15 minutes
A deliciously hassle-free showcase for great spring produce. [Photographs: Vicky Wasik]
When you have amazing seasonal produce, a frittata is one of the best, and easiest, ways to showcase it. In this version, fresh-picked asparagus and ramps add a juicy green bite that's as pure a celebration of spring as you can get.
Why It Works
A deliciously hassle-free showcase for great spring produce. Read the Whole Story- Blanching the asparagus keeps it bright green, plump, and juicy.
- Finishing the frittata under the broiler means you don't have to attempt to flip it midway through cooking.
- Salting the eggs in advance helps them retain moisture and remain tender.
Ingredients
- 10 large eggs
- Kosher salt
- 1 pound (450g) asparagus, woody ends trimmed
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces (225g) ramps, root ends trimmed, bulbs thinly sliced and leaves roughly chopped, divided (see note above)
- 1/2 teaspoon (about 1g) minced fresh thyme leaves
- Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
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1.
In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs with 2 large pinches salt. Set aside.
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2.
In a pot of boiling salted water, blanch asparagus until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Using tongs, transfer asparagus to an ice bath or cold water to chill. Drain and cut asparagus into 1-inch lengths.
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3.
Adjust rack to 4 inches below broiler and preheat broiler to high. Heat oil in a 10-inch oven-safe nonstick or well-seasoned cast iron or carbon steel skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add sliced ramp bulbs and cook, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in ramp leaves and thyme and cook until leaves are just wilted, about 1 minute. Stir in asparagus and cook until warmed through, 30 seconds. Season with salt and pepper.
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4.
Pour eggs into skillet and cook, stirring and scraping pan all over, until loose curds form throughout, about 3 minutes; stop stirring before they permanently separate into scrambled eggs. Let cook until eggs on bottom are set, about 2 minutes.
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5.
Place frittata under broiler and cook just until eggs on top are set. Shake pan to loosen frittata, using a spatula to separate the edges if necessary. Turn frittata out onto a plate or serve directly from skillet. Serve warm or at room temperature.