Eggless Frittata

Name: Eggless Frittata
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 5 people
Ingredients: 1 kg potatoes; 500 g Mutti Pasta Sauce with Chili; 1 big onion; to taste extra vergin olive oil; to taste breadcrumbs; 5 - 6 leaves of fresh basil

This potato and tomato frittata is the egg-free alternative to the classic frittata. It is made with just a few simple ingredients: potatoes, onion, and tomato sauce. A flavorful and wholesome recipe that’s incredibly easy to prepare.

Made with Pasta sauce with chilli

Fresh and fiery. Pizzutello tomato and Calabria chilli pepper Mutti pasta sauces use only the highest quality, 100% Italian summer tomatoes picked at their peak ripeness. We carefully choose a specific tomato variety that best pairs with our unique Italian ingredients. Here the fruity Pizzutello Tomato is paired with Calabrian chilli - an Italian variety of chilli known for its remarkable combination of fruity, spicy and salt flavour.

50 min (COOK TIME: 20 min / PREP TIME: 30 min)

Easy

5 people

Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 kg potatoes
500 g Mutti Pasta Sauce with Chili
1 big onion
to taste extra vergin olive oil
to taste breadcrumbs
5 - 6 leaves of fresh basil

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Eggless Frittata: Method

First, cook the potatoes. You can choose to steam them or boil them.
Meanwhile, peel and finely dice the onion, then sauté it in a pan with 2 to 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
Now add the Mutti Pasta Sauce with Chili and let it heat through for 2–3 minutes.
Once the potatoes are cooked, mash them (if you use a potato ricer, there’s no need to peel them, as the skin will remain inside the ricer) and add them to the sauce. Mix well with a spatula until the sauce is fully incorporated into the potatoes.
Let the mixture dry out slightly in the pan for a few minutes, stirring continuously, then transfer it to a bowl.
Now grease a 24 cm (9-inch) pan with 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and let it heat up. Add a generous amount of breadcrumbs and toast them for a few minutes, being careful not to burn them.
Transfer the potato and sauce mixture to the pan and, using a spatula, spread it evenly to cover the entire surface. Then cook the potato frittata over low heat for about 20 minutes.
Once it has fully set and become firm, turn off the heat. Let the frittata cool completely before flipping it over with the help of a lid.
Serve the Roman-style potato frittata in slices, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Vegetarian, Family, Main course

The Roman Tradition on Your Plate

An eggless frittata? It may sound unusual, but this potato frittata proves that it’s possible to create a rich and flavorful dish even without this ingredient. This traditional Roman recipe, rooted in cucina povera (traditional Italian peasant cooking), is a perfect example of how a few simple elements can be transformed into something truly special. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, the Roman frittata is a celebration of authentic flavor and simplicity. Potatoes take center stage, combined with the sweetness of onion and the depth of tomato sauce to create the perfect balance of texture and taste. To achieve a truly irresistible potato and tomato frittata, Mutti Pasta Sauce with Chili is the ideal choice. Rich and gently spicy, it enhances the delicate flavor of the potatoes and adds character to this traditional Roman recipe. It’s precisely this extra touch that transforms a simple dish into something the whole family will love.

Customize your Roman frittata and choose your preferred cooking method

The eggless Roman frittata is a simple recipe that requires only a few ingredients: potatoes, onion, and tomato sauce. Thanks to its simplicity, it easily lends itself to variations and personal touches. The cooking method can also be adapted to your preference. The traditional version is cooked in a pan, creating a beautifully golden and slightly crispy surface. Alternatively, you can bake the potato frittata in the oven for a more even cooking and an equally delicious result. Serve it hot, warm, or at room temperature: this traditional Roman recipe is just as enjoyable the next day and works perfectly for meal prep. A simple yet flavorful dish that shows how traditional Italian cuisine elevates high-quality, genuine ingredients to their very best.