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Spam & Tuna Frittata with Garlic Chive Marinara
A bold American-Italian fusion dish combining a crispy spam and tuna-filled frittata with a fresh garlic chive and sesame leaf marinara sauce, topped with melted cheese. This unexpected pairing brings together Italian egg-cooking tradition with American canned protein convenience, creating a savory, umami-rich comfort dish that defies culinary boundaries.
40 min
Easy
4 servings
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Taste Profile
Sweet3/10
Salty8/10
Sour4/10
Umami8/10
Spicy1/10
🥄 Texture
The frittata will be tender and custardy in the center with slightly crisped, caramelized edges from the pan-seared Spam. Chunks of Spam and flaked tuna add a meaty chew while the melted cheese creates pockets of gooey richness; the warm garlic-chive marinara adds a smooth, saucy finish.
👃 Aroma
A strong savory aroma from the cooked Spam, tuna and melted cheese is layered with bright, garlicky chive notes. Simmered tomatoes bring a warm, slightly acidic tomato scent while torn sesame/perilla leaves add a fresh, herbal lift.
🍷 Pairs Well With
A crisp, acidic white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or a dry Vinho Verde to cut the salt and fat; alternatively a light lager, sparkling water with lemon, or cold green tea.
🥗 Side Dishes
A simple green salad with a citrus vinaigrette or pickled cucumber/kimchi to balance saltiness; crusty toasted sourdough or roasted baby potatoes are good for heft, or steamed rice for a milder accompaniment.
Ingredients(11 items)
- 16 large eggs
- 21 can (5 ounces) tuna in water (drained)
- 34 ounces spam (diced into small cubes)
- 41 cup garlic chives (chopped, divided: 3/4 cup + 1/4 cup)
- 51 can (14.5 ounces) whole tomatoes (crushed by hand)
- 63 tablespoons sesame leaves (torn, divided: 2 tablespoons + 1 tablespoon)
- 71/2 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar blend)
- 82 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
- 91/2 teaspoon salt
- 101/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 111/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Nutrition Information(per serving)
385
Calories
32g
Protein
8g
Carbs
24g
Fat
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, crack and whisk together 6 eggs until well combined. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a 10-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- 4
Add the diced spam and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are slightly caramelized and crispy.
- 5
Add the drained tuna to the skillet and gently break it apart with a spoon. Cook for 1 minute to warm through.
- 6
Stir in 3/4 cup of chopped garlic chives and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7
Pour the whisked eggs evenly over the spam and tuna mixture. Let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until the edges begin to set.
- 8
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheese over the top of the frittata.
- 9
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- 10
While the frittata bakes, prepare the marinara sauce: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a separate saucepan over medium heat.
- 11
Add the remaining 1/4 cup of garlic chives to the saucepan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 12
Add the canned whole tomatoes (with juice) and stir well, breaking up any large chunks.
- 13
Add 2 tablespoons of torn sesame leaves and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 14
Remove the frittata from the oven and let it cool for 2 minutes.
- 15
Slide the frittata onto a cutting board and cut into 4 wedges.
- 16
Plate each wedge and spoon the warm garlic chive marinara sauce over the top.
- 17
Garnish with remaining 1 tablespoon of torn sesame leaves and an additional sprinkle of cheese if desired.
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