Spanish Omelette (Tortilla Española) recipe

Spanish Omelette (Tortilla Española)

by drMuskan (@drfasiha)
Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
40min

A delicious and traditional Spanish omelette made with eggs, potatoes, onions, and garlic.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 wedge)
  • 4piece
    large eggs
  • 1piece
    large onion, diced
  • 2clove
    garlic, minced
  • 2piece
    large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for frying

How to make Spanish Omelette (Tortilla Española)

  1. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

  2. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  4. Add the diced potatoes and cook until they're tender, about 10-12 minutes.

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

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

  7. Pour the egg mixture into the frying pan and cook over low-medium heat until the edges start to set, about 5 minutes.

  8. Use a spatula to gently lift and fold the edges of the omelette towards the center, allowing the uncooked egg to flow to the edges.

  9. Continue cooking and folding until the omelette is almost set, about 5-7 minutes.

  10. Flip the omelette over and cook for another minute.

  11. Serve warm, sliced into wedges.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use a non-stick frying pan to make flipping the omelette easier.

  2. You can add chopped bell peppers or chorizo for extra flavor.

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Recipe by

drMuskan

(@drfasiha)

Dr. Muskaan is a passionate and creative home cook who has carved out a niche on chefadora with a distinctive blend of traditional and contemporary...