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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
1 cup oil
potatoes
2 pinches salt
1 green chili
1 small red chili
1/2 tsp red chili powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
3 tbsp fresh coriander
eggs

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

Heat 1 cup of oil in a pan until hot.

2

Cut potatoes and add them to the hot oil, frying them well.

3

Add 2 pinches of salt to the potatoes while frying.

4

After about 15 minutes, remove the potatoes and onions from the pan.

5

In a bowl, crack the eggs and add chopped green chili and red chili.

6

Add 1/2 tsp red chili powder, 1/2 tsp garam masala, and 3 tbsp fresh coriander to the eggs.

7

Mix the egg mixture well.

8

Add the potato-onion mixture to the egg mixture and stir.

9

Heat 1 tbsp oil in the pan and pour in the egg mixture.

10

Cook on low heat for 5 minutes until the bottom is set.

11

Cover with a plate and flip to cook the other side for another 5 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingflipping

Equipment Needed

panbowlplate

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggs

Also Known As

Tortilla EspañolaTortilla de Patatas
Local Name: Tortilla Española

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