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Spanish Omelette

Cultural Context

Originating in Spain, the Spanish omelette, or Tortilla Española, is a beloved dish made with simple ingredients like eggs, potatoes, and onions. Traditionally served as a tapa, it embodies the Spanish ethos of using local, fresh produce. Today, variations exist worldwide, with some adding ingredients like chorizo or bell peppers, showcasing its adaptability and global appeal.

SpanishESmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons oil
1 potato
1 small onion
1 small capsicum
some chopped cabbage
3 eggs
1 small tomato (optional)
chopped green chili
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
salt to taste
mozzarella cheese

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier and has a high smoke point.

onions

🥗Healthier: leeks

💰Cheaper: scallions

Leeks offer a milder flavor, while scallions are often less expensive.

eggs

🥗Healthier: egg whites

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Egg whites reduce cholesterol while maintaining protein.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen hash browns

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

1

Add 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan.

2

Chop 1 potato into small pieces and add to the pan.

3

Cook the potatoes until tender, ensuring they are small to cook faster.

4

Once the potatoes are cooked, add 1 small chopped onion and mix.

5

Add 1 small chopped capsicum and some chopped cabbage to the mix.

6

Remove the vegetables from the pan once they are slightly crunchy.

7

In a bowl, crack 3 eggs and beat them.

8

Add the cooked vegetable mix to the eggs.

9

Add chopped green chili and salt and black pepper to taste.

10

Mix everything together.

11

Pour half of the egg mixture into the pan and let it set slightly.

12

Add mozzarella cheese on top of the mixture.

13

Pour the remaining egg mixture over the cheese.

14

Cook on low flame for 5-7 minutes until set.

15

Carefully flip the omelette using a plate and cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes.

16

Cut the omelette into triangle pieces like a pizza.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggs

Also Known As

Tortilla EspañolaTortilla de Patatas
Local Name: Tortilla Española

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