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Spanish Omelette Kenyan Style

Cultural Context

The Spanish Omelette, known as Tortilla Española, has been adapted in Kenya, where local ingredients like potatoes and fresh vegetables are incorporated. This dish is often served for breakfast or as a light meal, showcasing the fusion of Spanish and Kenyan culinary traditions. Today, variations abound, with many adding local spices and vegetables to enhance flavor.

SpanishKEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 large eggs
2 cups potatoes, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 medium tomatoes, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup cooking oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped
1 cup cheese, grated
2 green chilies, chopped
1 cup spinach, chopped
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons lemon juice

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

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: none

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is often less expensive.

green bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: none

Zucchini can add moisture and texture.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: none

Kale is a nutrient-dense alternative.

1

Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.

2

Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3

Add the diced potatoes and cook until golden brown, about 10 minutes.

4

Add chopped onions and garlic to the skillet, sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Stir in diced green bell pepper and tomatoes, cook for another 2-3 minutes.

6

Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika, mix well.

7

In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and add a splash of water and lemon juice.

8

Pour the egg mixture over the cooked vegetables in the skillet.

9

Cook on low heat until the edges begin to set, about 5-7 minutes.

10

Carefully flip the omelette using a plate to cook the other side, about 5 minutes more.

11

Sprinkle cheese on top and cover the skillet until melted, about 2 minutes.

12

Garnish with fresh coriander and serve warm.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Kenyan TortillaOmeletteSpanish Tortilla

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