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Scrambled Pizza Recipe

Recipe by Pedro M. A. Neves

Scrambled Pizza combines the beloved elements of Italian pizza with a creative egg-based preparation, creating a rich and savory breakfast or brunch dish. Soft scrambled eggs are tossed with pizza-inspired ingredients including mozzarella, pepperoni, bell peppers, and fresh basil, served on toasted bread or polenta for a deconstructed pizza experience. This dish honors Italian cooking traditions while offering a playful, innovative twist on two classic preparations.

Ingredients

• 8 large eggs
• 100 g fresh mozzarella (3.5 oz), torn into small pieces
• 80 g pepperoni (2.8 oz), diced
• 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 30 ml whole milk (2 tablespoons)
• 4 slices Italian bread or 4 slices polenta, toasted
• 15 ml extra virgin olive oil (1 tablespoon)
• 10 g fresh basil (0.35 oz), torn
• 5 g grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (0.18 oz)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 g dried oregano (0.07 oz)

Instructions

1. Toast the bread slices or polenta slices until golden brown, then arrange on a serving platter. Set aside.

2. Heat 7 ml (1.5 teaspoons) of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 2 minutes until softened.

3. Add minced garlic and diced pepperoni to the skillet, cook for 1 minute until fragrant and pepperoni begins to release oils.

4. Stir in the diced red bell pepper and cook for 2 minutes until slightly tender but still bright in color.

5. In a small bowl, whisk together 8 eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and dried oregano until well combined and slightly frothy.

6. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet with the pizza ingredients. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir gently and continuously with a spatula for 3-4 minutes, allowing large curds to form while maintaining a creamy consistency.

7. When eggs are nearly set but still slightly glossy, remove from heat. Fold in torn fresh mozzarella and fresh basil, allowing residual heat to soften the cheese.

8. Distribute the scrambled pizza mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices. Top with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano and a light drizzle of remaining olive oil.

Substitutions

• Replace pepperoni with diced prosciutto or Italian sausage for a milder flavor
• Substitute mozzarella with smoked scamorza or provolone cheese
• Use gluten-free bread or serve over creamy polenta for a gluten-free version
• Replace fresh basil with fresh parsley or oregano if basil is unavailable

Tips

• Cook eggs slowly over medium-low heat to achieve creamy, large curds rather than small rubber pieces—do not rush this step
• Add mozzarella at the very end so it remains soft and stringy rather than melting completely into the eggs
• For extra richness, add a small pinch of saffron threads to the egg mixture before cooking for subtle Italian depth

This dish draws inspiration from Italian breakfast and brunch traditions, where eggs are celebrated as a protein-rich start to the day. The combination of pizza elements with scrambled eggs reflects modern Italian creativity, adapting the beloved pizza concept into a morning preparation while honoring the country's emphasis on fresh, quality ingredients and simple, flavorful cooking.

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