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Spicy Tortillas

Cultural Context

The Spanish tortilla, or tortilla Española, is a classic dish that showcases the simplicity and heartiness of Spanish cuisine. Traditionally made with just potatoes and eggs, this spicy variation incorporates chili and other vegetables, adding a modern twist. It's commonly enjoyed as a tapa or a main dish, often served at gatherings or family meals, and has inspired countless adaptations worldwide.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup cornmeal flour
0.5 cup all-purpose flour
0.5 teaspoon baking soda
1 cube butter
salt
water
chili powder
paprika powder
green chilies
onions
tomatoes
coriander
lime juice
sour cream
cream cheese

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides a similar flavor with a higher smoke point.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Mix 1 cup cornmeal flour, 0.5 cup all-purpose flour, and 0.5 teaspoon baking soda in a bowl.

2

Add one cube of butter and some salt, then mix well.

3

Gradually add water to form a soft dough and let it rest for 5 minutes.

4

Dust some flour and roll the dough into slightly thick tortillas.

5

Cook the tortillas on a hot stovetop until slightly cooked on both sides.

6

Brush oil on one side of the tortillas and sprinkle chili powder and paprika on top.

7

Cut the tortillas into triangles and layer them on a baking tray.

8

Bake the tortillas at 200 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes or until crispy.

9

Prepare a simple salsa by mixing chopped green chilies, onions, tomatoes, coriander, lime juice, and salt.

10

Serve the baked tortillas with salsa and sour cream or cream cheese.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingflipping

Equipment Needed

baking traystovetopmixing bowlrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggsmilk

Also Known As

Tortilla PicanteTortilla Española Picante
Local Name: Tortillas Picantes

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