Sicilian Egg Patties Recipe
Description
Comfort food at its best, Sicilian Egg Patties are an inexpensive main dish suitable for any time of day. This recipe, adapted from Gourmet Magazine, brings together the richness of eggs, the freshness of vegetables, and the savory goodness of cheese, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and flavorful.
Recipe Information
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 4
- Yield: Varies
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Diced tomatoes |
| 1 | Onion |
| 3 | Olive oil |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| 2 | Tomato paste |
| – | Water |
| 3 | Fresh basil |
| – | Salt |
| 1/2 | Romano cheese |
| 1/2 | Flat leaf parsley |
| 1/2 | Garlic clove |
| 1 | Egg |
| 6 | Eggs (for patties) |
| – | Olive oil (for frying) |
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 475.7
- Fat: 34.9g
- Saturated Fat: 7.7g
- Cholesterol: 290.1mg
- Sodium: 413.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 24.9g
- Fiber: 4.4g
- Sugar: 9.3g
- Protein: 17.6g
Recipe Instructions
For the Sauce:
- Saute Onion: In a heavy saucepan, saute the onion in olive oil until soft and translucent.
- Add Tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomatoes, garlic, and tomato paste.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, adding water if the sauce becomes too thick.
- Season: Season the sauce with salt, then add fresh basil, stir well, and remove it from the heat.
For the Patties:
- Prepare Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the patties except for the olive oil.
- Heat Oil: Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat.
- Cook Patties: Working in batches, drop rounded tablespoons of the egg mixture into the skillet. Cook the patties until they are golden and puffed, about 2 minutes per side.
- Drain and Repeat: Drain the cooked patties on paper towels, and add more olive oil to the skillet as needed to continue cooking the remaining batches.
To Finish:
- Combine: Add the prepared tomato sauce and the cooked patties back into the skillet.
- Simmer: Allow them to simmer together, turning the patties once, for about 5 minutes in total.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve Sicilian Egg Patties hot, with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Garnish with additional grated Romano cheese and chopped parsley for extra flavor and freshness.
Keywords
Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Cheese, Vegetable, European, Kid Friendly, Quick & Easy, Stove Top, Inexpensive.
Enjoy your Sicilian Egg Patties! 🍳🌿
