Can you reheat frittata?

Yes, you can reheat frittata. Depending on the texture, you may add milk and cheese to make it fluffier. The egg should stay light and fluffy instead of becoming rubbery. How you store the frittata contributes to its overall quality. 

Be careful about its storage due to the ingredients. Ingredients like eggs and milk can go bad at room temperature. Do not leave your frittata at room temperature for longer hours. When you take out the frittata, check the smell and the color, ensuring it has not gone bad. A spoiled frittata will switch color to green and yellow, and you notice some mold growing. The article below gives you more details on heating frittata

Microwave

Eggs are likely to turn rubbery in the microwave. Hence you should use 50% power. Lower power gives you more control over the heating process, meaning the eggs are less likely to overcook. Microwaves heat food by attacking the water molecules, making them move around faster and heat up. As the water becomes steam, it can remove moisture from our food, making it tough and rubbery (Wonderhowto.com). 

Avoid watery vegetables so that there will not be too much liquid. You can line the plate with a dry paper towel to soak up the excess liquid that leaks out of the frittata. The microwave does not do justice to texture, but the convenience and speed make it an attractive method.

Step

1. Place a slice of frittata on a microwave-safe plate.
2. Cover the frittata with a damp paper towel. 
3. Set your microwave to 50% power and heat the frittata for 30 seconds at a time.
4. Remove the slice from the microwave and let it rest for 1 minute before serving.

Skillet

Keep checking on your frittata as it heats so that it will not burn. When it is getting too well-done, and the middle is not warm yet. Use butter in the pan rather than oil because you like the flavor better. 

The frittata gives you a browned texture on the outside, but the skillet comes with an extra washing up.

Steps

1. Heat oil or butter in a skillet on medium heat. 
2. Add the frittata to the hot pan, and heat it for 2-3 minutes. 
3. Flip the frittata and heat the other side for a further 2 minutes.
4. Keep heating and flipping until the frittata is piping hot.

Air fryer

Cutting smaller slices while heating in the air fryer gives you better results. If you want a crispy outside on the frittata, brush it with some butter before putting it in the air fryer. That helps frittata heats up in the middle before the edges start drying out or burning. 

This may be the best if you are in a rush and want a quick method. Sometimes the egg is slightly overcooked on the outside, but the frittata still tastes nice.

Steps

1. Preheat the air fryer to 300°F (150°C).
2. Place your frittata in the basket, leaving gaps between slices. 
3. Heat the frittata slices for 3-4 minutes before checking if they are hot all the way through. 
4. Heat for a further 1-2 minutes before checking again.
5. Continue until hot all the way through.

Toaster

This method is quick and easy. If you are working on a larger batch, consider an oven. With a toaster, you can heat one or two frittatas. It works better at giving the frittata a crisp finish.

Steps

1. Make a toast pocket using a cut piece of parchment paper. 
2. Wrap the parchment paper around the frittata and place it in the toaster. Reheating a frittata will take 1-2 minutes.

Best method

Oven 

The oven is perfect for reheating frittata. Times differ depending on the size of your frittata and the type of oven. Whole frittatas and frozen frittata take longer than 10 minutes to heat. Unlike using a toaster oven, the process will be quicker.

A foil helps trap moisture, and the frittata does not dry out. Skip the foil if your frittata is a bit soggy. You can sprinkle some cheese over the frittata and wait for it to melt. The chances are low that you will have your frittata overcooked, and the eggs keep their fluffy texture. 

The only downside is that it can be slow using a conventional oven for just a slice.

Steps

1. Lightly grease an oven-safe dish or baking tray.
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
3. Cover the frittata with foil and heat for 10 minutes. Always check your frittata if hot all the way through before serving it.

Storage

Keep a frittata in an airtight container in the fridge. The frittata will last 3-4 days. Line your container with a paper towel to soak up the excess liquid that leaks out of the frittata. If you have several layers, separate them with more paper towels or parchment paper. 

If you want a quick snack during your lunch hour, you can have the frittata to grab out of the fridge in the morning. You can also wrap individual slices of frittata in plastic wrap for convenience.

Frittatas freeze well for 1-2 months at zero degrees, although the process is tricky. When it comes to the fillings, you should be picky if you plan to freeze your frittata. Watery vegetables like spinach, tomatoes, or zucchini will not make it in the freezer.

Allow the frittata to cool to room temperature before freezing because the condensation will turn to ice in the freezer and ruin the texture of the egg.

Safe Temperatures

The oven to 350°F (180°C) and heat the frittata for around 20 minutes.

FAQs

When best can you eat leftover frittata?

Leftover frittatas are best eaten within three days of being made and should be reheated to keep them crispy outside and moist inside.

Can you freeze frittata?

Yes, you can freeze frittata but be careful how you deselect ingredients. Avoid vegetables with high moisture content. Pick fewer dairy products as ingredients; otherwise, you will expose your frittata to bacteria (Nih.gov).