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Tortitas de Patatas con Bacon y Puerro

Cultural Context

Tortitas de Patatas con Bacon y Puerro are a beloved dish in Spain, often enjoyed as a tapa or a hearty meal. Combining the earthiness of potatoes with the savory notes of bacon and the subtle sweetness of leeks, these pancakes reflect the Spanish tradition of using simple, local ingredients to create flavorful dishes. Today, variations can be found across the globe, showcasing the versatility of this classic recipe.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 leeks (puerros)
1 onion (cebolla)
200 g bacon
3 eggs (huevos)
1 apple (manzana)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (zumo de limón)
75 g grated cheese (queso rallado)
200 ml cream (nata)
nutmeg (nuez moscada)
butter (mantequilla)
flour (harina)
oil (aceite)
salt (sal)
pepper (pimienta)

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

2

Chop the leeks and onion.

3

In a pan, sauté the leeks and onion in butter until soft.

4

Add the bacon and cook until crispy.

5

In a bowl, whisk the eggs and mix in the cream, grated cheese, and lemon juice.

6

Add the sautéed mixture to the egg mixture and season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

7

Pour the mixture into a pie crust (masa quebrada) and bake for 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

gratingsautéingmixingfrying

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Potato Pancakes with Bacon and Leek
Local Name: Tortitas de Patatas con Bacon y Puerro

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