Classic Spanish Tortilla Recipe
Recipe Overview
Overview
The Spanish Tortilla is a dish that beautifully combines simplicity and flavor. With just a few ingredients—potatoes, eggs, and onions—you can create a satisfying meal that highlights the essence of Spanish cooking. The process begins with dicing the potatoes and onions, then gently cooking them in olive oil until tender. This step is crucial as it infuses the potatoes with a rich flavor that forms the base of the dish.
Once the potatoes are cooked, they are combined with beaten eggs, seasoned simply with salt and pepper. The mixture is then poured into a frying pan, where it cooks until set. One of the most interesting techniques is flipping the tortilla, which can be a bit daunting but is essential for achieving that perfect golden crust on both sides. Using a plate to assist with the flip is a clever trick that ensures success.
This dish is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. It can be served as a hearty breakfast, a light lunch, or even as a tapas-style appetizer. The Spanish Tortilla is a testament to how a few quality ingredients can come together to create something truly special. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, it’s a dish that is sure to impress.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Dice up 2 potatoes.
Finely dice 1/4 onion.
Add enough olive oil to cover the potatoes in a pot.
Turn on medium heat.
Tip: Wait for the oil to be hot until you see bubbling for better frying.
Turn the heat to low, add in the potatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
Add in the onion and bacon, continue to cook for 5 minutes.
Using a strainer, drain the cooked potatoes.
Tip: Save the oil after draining the potatoes for future cooking.
Add 5 eggs to a mixing bowl.
Season with salt and pepper.
Beat the eggs.
Add in the cooked potatoes.
Mix the eggs and potatoes together.
In a frying pan, use some olive oil from earlier. Add in the egg mix.
Let it cook for 5 minutes.
Flip the eggs by putting it on a plate first. Then place the plate upside down on to the frying pan.
Tip: Use a plate to flip the eggs for an easier cooking process.
Continue to cook for another 3 minutes.
Done, hope you’ll give this recipe a try!
Ingredients
Ingredient: Eggs
→ Substitution: Flaxseed Meal + Water
Nutrition
Skill Level
Frequently asked questions
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about this recipe.
Got a Recipe Question? Ask Away!
Interesting Tidbits
- •Spanish Tortilla is traditionally made with just potatoes, eggs, and onions.
- •Cooking the potatoes in olive oil gives them a rich flavor and texture.
- •Flipping the tortilla can be tricky; using a plate helps achieve a perfect flip.
- •This dish can be served warm or at room temperature, making it versatile for any meal.
