Ricette di Sicilia

Name: Pea Frittata: A Touch of Sicilian Sunshine on Your Table
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: Serves 4
Cuisine: Sicilian
Ingredients: 8 eggs; 400g fresh shelled peas; 50g fresh white breadcrumbs; 80g Sicilian pecorino with pepper, grated; A small bunch of parsley; 1 garlic clove; A few fresh mint leaves; Extra virgin olive oil; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper

Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane

Pea Frittata: A Touch of Sicilian Sunshine on Your Table

Discover the delicious pea frittata, a simple and flavoursome dish ready in no time. Recipe and handy tips included!

Author: Anna Marino • Published on: December 6, 2025

Categories: Quick Recipes Main courses

Tags: garlic mint extra-virgin olive oil breadcrumbs pecorino cheese black pepper peas parsley salt eggs

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Prep Time

About 15 minutes

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Cook Time

Around 25 minutes

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Serve

Serves 4

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Difficulty

Easy

💰 Low

🗓️ Spring

⭐ 4.9/5

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 8 eggs

✓ 400g fresh shelled peas

✓ 50g fresh white breadcrumbs

✓ 80g Sicilian pecorino with pepper, grated

✓ A small bunch of parsley

✓ 1 garlic clove

✓ A few fresh mint leaves

✓ Extra virgin olive oil

✓ Salt

✓ Freshly ground black pepper

📊 Nutritional Information

Calories

250 kcal

Protein

15 g

Fat

18 g

Carbohydrates

10 g

Fiber

3 g

Sugars

2 g

Sodium

350 mg

The pea frittata captures all the warmth and straightforward charm of Sicilian cooking. Anna Marino shares a recipe that blends fresh, wholesome flavours—perfect for a family supper or a springtime picnic. The fragrant aroma of fresh peas, mingled with the herbal notes of mint and the savoury bite of Sicilian pecorino cheese, makes this dish a true delight. Best enjoyed in spring when peas are at their freshest, this frittata shines served hot or cold, adapting beautifully to any occasion.

👨‍🍳 Preparation

1

Simmer the peas with finely chopped garlic, parsley and mint in a pan until tender.
2

Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
3

Stir in the breadcrumbs, grated pecorino and cooked peas.
4

Fry the mixture in hot extra virgin olive oil until golden and set.
5

Drain any excess oil with kitchen paper.
6

Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve warm.

💡 Tips and Variations

For a richer twist, add diced caciocavallo ragusano or another mild cheese like tuma or primo sale.

📦 Storage

• Keep refrigerated, wrapped in cling film, for up to 2-3 days.
• You can freeze the frittata sliced for about 1-2 months.
• Reheat in a pan or microwave until piping hot and crisp before serving.

🍷 Pairing

Pair your pea frittata with a chilled glass of Contea di Sclafani Ansonica, best served between 6 and 8°C.

This pea frittata is a simple celebration of Sicilian flavours, perfect for bringing a little sunshine into your everyday meals. Do give it a try at home – it’s a wonderful dish to share with family and friends, whether for a casual lunch or a cosy evening. Enjoy the fresh, aromatic taste of Sicily right on your plate and watch it become a firm favourite in your kitchen!