Spanish Tortilla with Tomato Garnish
Experience the authentic flavors of Spain with this delicious Spanish Tortilla recipe. Often enjoyed as a tapa or a complete meal, this dish features layers of thinly sliced potatoes and sweet onions, all enveloped in a fluffy, golden egg mixture. Garnished with fresh tomatoes and green onions, this traditional Spanish dish is perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a hearty breakfast. Easy to prepare and full of rich flavors, the Spanish Tortilla is sure to impress your family and friends!
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Olive oil
1/2 cup (For frying)
Potato
1/2 lb (Thinly sliced)
Salt
To taste (For seasoning)
Pepper
To taste (For seasoning)
Onion
1 large (Thinly sliced)
Eggs
4 (Beaten)
Tomatoes
2 (Peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped)
Green onions
2 (Chopped)
Instructions
1
In a large frying pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the thinly sliced potatoes, lightly sprinkling with salt and pepper. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the potatoes are golden brown and crisp.
2
When the potatoes are golden, add the sliced onions to the pan. Continue cooking and stirring occasionally for another 5-7 minutes until the onions soften and start to caramelize.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined. Once the onion and potato mixture is ready, reduce the heat to low and gently pour the egg mixture over the vegetables, ensuring even distribution. Allow it to cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes until the edges begin to set.
4
Using a spatula, carefully loosen the bottom of the omelet. Place a large plate over the pan and invert the omelet onto the plate. Slide the omelet back into the pan with the uncooked side facing down. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the eggs are fully set.
5
Once cooked, remove the tortilla from the pan and let it cool slightly before garnishing with coarsely chopped tomatoes and green onions. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Spanish Tortilla?
A Spanish Tortilla is a traditional dish from Spain featuring layers of thinly sliced potatoes and sweet onions enveloped in a fluffy, golden egg mixture.
What are the main ingredients for this recipe?
The main ingredients include 1/2 lb of potatoes, 1 large onion, 4 eggs, and 1/2 cup of olive oil.
How many eggs are required for this tortilla?
This recipe requires 4 beaten eggs.
What type of oil should be used for frying?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of olive oil for frying the potatoes and onions.
How should the potatoes be prepared?
The potatoes should be thinly sliced and lightly sprinkled with salt and pepper before cooking.
How long do the potatoes need to cook?
Cook the thinly sliced potatoes for about 10-15 minutes until they are golden brown and crisp.
When should I add the onions to the pan?
Add the sliced onions to the pan once the potatoes have become golden brown.
How long should the onions cook?
Continue cooking the onions with the potatoes for another 5-7 minutes until they soften and begin to caramelize.
How should the eggs be prepared before adding them to the pan?
Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl with a pinch of salt and pepper until they are well combined.
What heat setting is used when adding the eggs?
Reduce the heat to low before gently pouring the egg mixture over the vegetables.
How long does the first side of the tortilla cook?
Allow the egg mixture to cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes until the edges begin to set.
How do you flip the Spanish Tortilla?
Place a large plate over the frying pan and invert the omelet onto the plate, then slide it back into the pan uncooked side down.
How long does the second side take to cook?
The second side should cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the eggs are fully set.
What is the recommended garnish for this dish?
The tortilla is garnished with 2 peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped tomatoes and 2 chopped green onions.
Can this dish be served at room temperature?
Yes, the Spanish Tortilla can be served warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, this dish is classified as a vegetarian comfort food.
What occasions is this dish suitable for?
It is perfect for sharing at gatherings as a tapa, or enjoying as a hearty breakfast or brunch.
How many onions are needed?
The recipe requires 1 large onion, thinly sliced.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 8 ingredients in total for this Spanish Tortilla recipe.
How do you prepare the tomatoes for the garnish?
The tomatoes should be peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to heat olive oil in a large pan and add thinly sliced potatoes with salt and pepper.
What tool is used to loosen the omelet?
A spatula should be used to carefully loosen the bottom of the omelet before flipping.
How much potato is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 lb of potatoes.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include spanish tortilla, omelet, potato, eggs, tapa, vegetarian, comfort food, and brunch.
Does the recipe include nutritional information?
The current data shows null values for calories, fat, carbohydrates, and protein.
How many green onions are needed?
You will need 2 chopped green onions for the final garnish.
What is the texture of the onions in this dish?
The onions are cooked until they are soft and caramelized for a sweet flavor.
Should the eggs be cooked on high heat?
No, the heat should be reduced to low when adding eggs to ensure even distribution and proper setting.
Is salt and pepper used in both the vegetables and eggs?
Yes, salt and pepper are used to season the potatoes during frying and are also whisked into the egg mixture.
Should the tortilla be garnished immediately after cooking?
It is recommended to let the tortilla cool slightly before adding the tomato and green onion garnish.