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Chef Chris Valdes makes his signature spanish tortilla recipe - Good Morning America @GMA

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Spanish Tortilla

Cultural Context

Originating from Spain, the Spanish Tortilla is a beloved dish that showcases the simplicity of potatoes and eggs, often enjoyed as a tapa or main meal. Traditionally made in homes and bars, it reflects the Spanish culture of sharing and communal dining. Today, variations abound, with some adding ingredients like chorizo or vegetables, making it a versatile dish enjoyed worldwide.

SpanishESmain
40 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 oz chorizo
1 medium onion
1 medium green bell pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 large potatoes
6 large eggs
1 medium sweet plantain

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while sunflower oil is more budget-friendly.

eggs

🥗Healthier: egg whites

💰Cheaper: flaxseed meal

Egg whites reduce cholesterol, while flaxseed meal is a plant-based alternative.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen hash browns

Sweet potatoes add nutrients, while frozen hash browns save prep time.

onions

🥗Healthier: leeks

💰Cheaper: shallots

Leeks provide a milder flavor, while shallots are often less expensive.

1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

2

Add chorizo to the skillet and cook until browned.

3

Add sliced sweet plantains to the skillet and cook until caramelized.

4

Add a lot of onions to the skillet and cook until softened.

5

Add green bell pepper to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper.

6

Add sliced potatoes to the skillet and cook down for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7

After cooking, you can cube the potatoes or leave them sliced.

8

Crack eggs into a bowl and beat them.

9

Pour the beaten eggs over the potato mixture in the skillet and mix gently.

10

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes.

11

Once cooked, perform the flip by tilting the skillet and inverting the tortilla onto a plate.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingflipping

Equipment Needed

large skilletmixing bowlwhiskplate

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

eggs

Also Known As

Tortilla EspañolaTortilla de Patatas
Local Name: Tortilla Española

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