Tortilla Española (Spanish Omelette)

AuthorJulia ForesekCategory, , DifficultyBeginner
Yields6 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time40 mins
 6 large eggs
 1 1/2 pounds (about 3 medium) potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
 1 large onion, thinly sliced
 Salt and pepper to taste
 3/4 cup olive oil for frying
1

Prep the Potatoes and Onion:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced potatoes and onion, season with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender but not browned, about 15-20 minutes.

2

Beat the Eggs:

While the potatoes and onion are cooking, beat the eggs in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.

3

Combine Eggs and Potatoes:

Once the potatoes and onions are cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to the egg mixture (to avoid excess oil). Mix gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes.

4

Cook the Omelette:

Remove most of the oil from the skillet, leaving a thin layer. Return the potato and egg mixture to the skillet, spreading it evenly. Cook over medium-low heat, gently shaking the pan occasionally to prevent sticking. When the edges are set but the middle is still slightly runny, invert the omelette onto a plate, then slide it back into the skillet to cook the other side.

5

Serve:

Cook until the eggs are set and the bottom is golden brown. Slide the tortilla onto a plate and let it cool for a few minutes. It can be served warm or at room temperature, cut into wedges or cubes.

Ingredients

 6 large eggs
 1 1/2 pounds (about 3 medium) potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
 1 large onion, thinly sliced
 Salt and pepper to taste
 3/4 cup olive oil for frying

Directions

1

Prep the Potatoes and Onion:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced potatoes and onion, season with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender but not browned, about 15-20 minutes.

2

Beat the Eggs:

While the potatoes and onion are cooking, beat the eggs in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.

3

Combine Eggs and Potatoes:

Once the potatoes and onions are cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to the egg mixture (to avoid excess oil). Mix gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes.

4

Cook the Omelette:

Remove most of the oil from the skillet, leaving a thin layer. Return the potato and egg mixture to the skillet, spreading it evenly. Cook over medium-low heat, gently shaking the pan occasionally to prevent sticking. When the edges are set but the middle is still slightly runny, invert the omelette onto a plate, then slide it back into the skillet to cook the other side.

5

Serve:

Cook until the eggs are set and the bottom is golden brown. Slide the tortilla onto a plate and let it cool for a few minutes. It can be served warm or at room temperature, cut into wedges or cubes.

Notes

Tortilla Española (Spanish Omelette)
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