Spanish Tortilla (Potato Omelette)
Authentic Spanish tortilla: a thick omelette with meltingly tender potatoes and onion, golden outside and soft in the centre. Served warm or cold, as tapas or a main, it's a simple Spanish staple, budget-friendly and always a hit.
Ingredients
- 6 potatoes
- 6 eggs
- 1 onion
- 150 ml olive oil
- Salt
Method
- 1Peel and thinly slice the potatoes.
- 2Gently confit them in the olive oil with the onion for 15 minutes.
- 3Drain and mix with the beaten, salted eggs.
- 4Rest for 5 minutes.
- 5Cook in a pan over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- 6Flip using a plate and cook the other side: the centre should stay soft.
Tips & tricks
- The potatoes should confit, not fry: low heat.
- The flip is the key moment: a flat plate helps a lot.
Variations
- With chorizo for meat lovers.
- With peppers.
Storage
3 days refrigerated. Excellent cold the next day.
Nutrition (per serving)
Ingredient substitutions
- Eggs : apple sauce (50 g per egg) or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water.
What to serve it with
- A dressed green salad
- Fresh bread or a starchy side
- Roasted seasonal vegetables
- A wine matched to the dish (to taste)
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to make "Spanish Tortilla (Potato Omelette)"?
Allow about 15 min of prep and 25 min of cooking, i.e. 40 min in total for 6 servings.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it's an "Easy" recipe: perfect for beginners, with no special technique required.
Can I make "Spanish Tortilla (Potato Omelette)" ahead and store it?
3 days refrigerated. Excellent cold the next day.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The quantities are for 6 servings. To adjust, simply multiply or divide the ingredients by the number of guests.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, "Spanish Tortilla (Potato Omelette)" is vegetarian: it contains no meat or fish.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, as written this recipe is gluten-free. Do check that any processed products you use are gluten-free too.
How many calories per serving?
One serving provides about 300 kcal, including 11 g of protein, 28 g of carbs and 17 g of fat.
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