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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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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
potatoes
eggs
onion
olive oil
red chili flakes
salt
black pepper
parsley
garlic
bell pepper
cheese
cumin

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

Peel and slice the potatoes thinly.

2

Chop the onion and bell pepper.

3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

4

Add the potatoes and onion to the skillet, cooking until the potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.

5

Stir in the red chili flakes, garlic, and bell pepper; cook for another 2-3 minutes.

6

Season with salt, black pepper, and cumin; mix well.

7

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add chopped parsley.

8

Pour the egg mixture over the potato mixture in the skillet, spreading evenly.

9

Cook on medium heat until the edges set, about 5 minutes.

10

Carefully flip the tortilla using a plate and cook the other side until golden, another 5 minutes.

11

Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.

12

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingflipping

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggsmilk

Also Known As

Tortilla PicanteTortilla Española Picante
Local Name: Tortillas Picantes

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