Frittata of Swiss Chard Molokhia Onion and Pepper

Let me just say that there is one ingredient in this frittata that I had never heard of until Midtown Market – Molokhia. Have you? I thought it was an herb; but, no! molokhia is a form of spinach.  It looks like water spinach, to me. The leaves are small and numerous on each stalk -- a lot like purslane.  I had to taste a leaf to make sure. How exciting. It was absolutely delicious and definitely made me think of spinach. My Swiss chard was ready for harvesting and I was looking for a nice brunch recipe for a relaxed Sunday morning. This was so easy to prepare and absolutely delicious. 

Swiss Chard Molokhia Onion Pepper Frittata

4 eggs
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup chard, chopped
1/2 cup molokhia/spinach
1 small onion chopped
1/2 sweet red pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp anise
1/4 tsp mild curry
1/2 tsp sweet basil
1/8 tsp stevia


Preheat solar oven to 225°F. Use a lightly-greased casserole w/cover.

Mix all ingredients together. Pour into casserole; cover and bake in solar oven for 1.5 to 2 hours. Serve with toast, hot coffee, and the Sunday paper. This delicious brunch recipe will definitely be repeated.

If you ever find yourself facing this fascinating vegetable, I hope you'll give it a try.