Tortilla Espanola (Traditional Spanish Potato Omelete).

"This Spanish influenced recipe is adapted by chef Mario Batali. Tortilla Espanola is a very common, simple and delicious dish found in most areas of Spain. This version has a high ratio of potatoes to eggs (the way I like it!). You could serve this as a tapas offering, breakfast, a sidedish or a non-meat main dish. Enjoy."
 
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Ready In:
45mins
Ingredients:
5
Serves:
6
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ingredients

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directions

  • Heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet.
  • Add the potato and onion slices, season with salt and pepper and cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until the potatoes and onion are tender but not browned, about 15 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
  • Gently scrape the potato mixture into the large bowl containing the eggs. (Make sure not to leave any of the potato mixture in the skillet.).
  • Return the empty skillet to the heat and add the remaining 2 T. olive oil.
  • Add the egg mixture (with potatoes and onions), spreading it out in an even layer.
  • Cover and cook over low heat until the tortilla is set on the bottom and edge , about 10 minutes.
  • Set a large plate over the skillet and carefully invert the tortilla onto the plate and back to the skillet to cook the other side for a few minutes, when done, slide in to serving plate.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Cut into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Note: The tortilla can stand at room temperature for 3 hours before serving.

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Reviews

  1. Sometimes simple is the best and that is the case with this omelet. I cut this down to serve 2 and served it with fresh fruit and a muffin. I loved the sweetness of the onions with the savory potatoes and eggs. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Made for Culinary Quest 2016.
     
  2. Excellent breakfast. I made half a recipe and we still have leftovers. Will try it cold and see, but hot was wonderful. I served with fresh fruit for a great Sunday breakfast.
     
  3. Made this recipe pretty much as given, but didn't peel the potatoes, & I did cut the amounts in half since there were only 2 of us! Easy to make (in spite of all the steps) & we had a great tasting breakfast, coupled with another great recipe, Toasted Grapefruit! [Tagged, made & reviewed as a recipenap in the Vegetarian/Vegan Recipe Swap 16]
     
  4. Just great! I added a little crumbled bacon and served with sautéed spinach and tomatoes. Made half for two of us. Easy peasy and delicious!
     
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  5. didnt peel potatoes either with madaline making them so thin dont need to good breakfast
     
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Hello! I have a wonderful husband and two fantastic kids. I love to read, have fun with family and friends, stay active with: running; soccer; golf; biking; hiking; and gardening. I love to travel. I'm looking forward to more international travel someday. Cooking has become a passion for me. I love to read cookbooks, watch the Food Network, and try new recipes. I have way too many cookbooks! A few of my favorites are: Barefoot Contessa (any - but especially 'Family Style'),Rachael Ray 30-Minute Meals 2, Roasting by Barbara Kafka, Beyond Parsley & The Black Dog Summer on the Vineyard Cookbook. I try to carefully choose recipes that I think my family will enjoy, which is why most of my ratings are 3-5 stars. Happy cooking!
 
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