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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Tortilla and Eggs

Cultural Context

Originating from Spain, the Tortilla Española, or Spanish Tortilla, is a traditional dish that embodies the simplicity and heartiness of Spanish cuisine. It is often served as a tapa or a main dish, showcasing the humble ingredients of potatoes and eggs. This dish is not only a staple in Spanish households but has also gained popularity worldwide, with variations appearing in various cultures, often incorporating additional ingredients like chorizo or vegetables.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 huevos
4 patatas grandes
3 dientes de ajo
1 cebolla mediana
100 gr. de jamón serrano en lonchas
aceite de oliva
sal

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile while being versatile.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen hash browns

Sweet potatoes add nutrients; frozen hash browns save prep time.

eggs

🥗Healthier: egg whites

💰Cheaper: tofu

Egg whites reduce cholesterol; tofu is a plant-based alternative.

onion

🥗Healthier: leeks

💰Cheaper: scallions

Leeks provide a milder flavor; scallions are often cheaper.

1

Peel and slice the potatoes.

2

Chop the onion and garlic.

3

In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the potatoes, onion, and garlic until the potatoes are tender.

4

In a bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt.

5

Add the cooked potato mixture to the eggs and mix well.

6

In the same pan, add the jamón serrano and cook briefly.

7

Pour the egg and potato mixture into the pan and cook until set.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingflipping

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggs

Also Known As

Spanish TortillaTortilla Española
Local Name: Tortilla y Huevos

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