When time is short but we don’t want to give up serving a tasty dish, egg-based main dishes are always a winning solution; among the many possibilities, the pizzaiola omelette is one of the simplest and most flavorful: it combines the aroma of tomato and oregano with the creaminess of gooey mozzarella, in a combination reminiscent of classic pizza. Easy to prepare and ready in minutes, it is perfect as a quick family dinner or as an appetizing starter.
A little trick? You can cook the pizzaiola omelette without flipping it, thus avoiding the risk of it breaking or splattering on the work surface. Just use a lid and keep the flame very low: this way the egg will set on top without burning at the bottom.
Whether you serve it hot and cheesy or warm in slices, this tomato and mozzarella omelette will win over both children and adults with its irresistible simplicity!
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 406.13 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 7.12 (g) of which sugars 5.85 (g)
- Proteins 25.97 (g)
- Fat 30.88 (g) of which saturated 13.24 (g)of which unsaturated 9.00 (g)
- Fibers 1.11 (g)
- Sodium 607.42 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 220 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for a pizzaiola omelette for 2
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 onion
- 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes
- 3.5 oz mozzarella
- 1 tbsp Parmigiano Reggiano PDO (grated)
- 1 pinch oregano
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- to taste pepper
Tools
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Fork
- 1 Pan non-stick 9.5-inch diameter
- 1 Lid 9.5-inch diameter
How to prepare the omelette with cherry tomatoes and mozzarella
To prepare the pizzaiola omelette, start by thinly slicing the onion (1). Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes, then slice them (2).
Dice the mozzarella (3) and let it drain for a few minutes to lose some of its whey. In a bowl, crack the eggs and season with salt, pepper, and a tablespoon of parmesan (4).
Beat them vigorously with a fork (5). Set them aside. In a non-stick pan pour in the oil and, once hot, add the onion and cherry tomatoes. Lightly salt and season with a pinch of oregano; let them wilt for 2-3 minutes (6).
Pour in the beaten eggs (7), lower the flame to the minimum, cover with a lid and leave to set for 3-4 minutes. Then add the mozzarella cubes (8).
Cover again and cook the omelette for 6-7 minutes (9) always on low flame and without flipping, until the egg is fully set and the mozzarella has melted (10).
You can enjoy the pizzaiola omelette straight away, with the mozzarella still gooey, or let it cool down and serve at room temperature.
Storage
You can store the omelette in the refrigerator for a couple of days, sealed in an airtight container.
Oven Cooking
If you prefer to cook the pizzaiola omelette in the oven, you can proceed as follows: after browning the onion and cherry tomatoes, transfer them to a 9-9.5 inch diameter baking tin lined with parchment paper. Pour the egg mixture over the top and garnish with the mozzarella. Bake in a static preheated oven at 350°F for about 15 minutes.
