Spanish Omelette (Tortilla Española) Recipe
Description:
Spanish Omelette, or Tortilla Española, is a classic Mediterranean dish that is thick and fluffy, made with simple ingredients like potatoes and eggs. This basic recipe includes onions, potatoes, and eggs, but you can experiment by adding peppers, tomatoes, or fresh herbs for a variation. A non-stick pan is ideal for easy handling, and it can be served as a hearty breakfast or as a delightful tapa (Spanish appetizer) for a brunch party.
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Course: World Breakfast
Diet: Eggetarian
Ingredients:
- 5 Whole Eggs
- 1 Onion, sliced or diced
- 3 Potatoes (Aloo), peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon Whole Black Peppercorns, crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika powder (or red chili powder, adjustable)
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt, to taste
- 2-3 Spring Onion Greens (or coriander leaves) for garnishing
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a small non-stick omelette pan over medium heat.
- Add the potatoes and onions to the pan and sauté, stirring constantly until the potatoes are just cooked through (about 10-12 minutes).
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the potatoes and onions from the pan and place them on a plate.
- Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and paprika over the potatoes and onions, then toss them to mix evenly.
- Crack the eggs into a small bowl, add a pinch of salt, and whisk thoroughly until fluffy.
- Gently add the sautéed potatoes and onions to the eggs and mix well.
- In the same omelette pan, leave 1 tablespoon of oil and drain the rest.
- Pour the egg-potato mixture back into the pan. Cover and cook on low heat until the bottom is lightly browned, and the top is no longer jiggly.
- Use a flat spatula to loosen the omelette from the bottom and release the edges.
- Place a large, flat plate over the pan and carefully flip the omelette onto the plate.
- Slide the omelette back into the pan, uncooked side down, and cook until the eggs are set on both sides.
- Cut a wedge from the Spanish Omelette and serve garnished with spring onion greens.
Serving Suggestion:
Serve your Spanish Omelette with a refreshing Banana Almond & Prunes Smoothie for a wholesome breakfast experience.
Enjoy this Mediterranean delight as part of your breakfast or brunch spread!
