Seeking culinary inspiration from the vibrant streets of Spain? Look no further than the Spanish Potato Omelet, or Tortilla de Papa Española, a delectable dish celebrated for its simplicity and irresistible flavors. This classic dish, often served as a humble yet satisfying breakfast or tapas snack, has captivated taste buds with its harmonious blend of tender potatoes, velvety eggs, and the tantalizing aroma of onions. While the essence of this culinary treasure lies in its straightforward ingredients, the addition of Romesco sauce elevates it to an extraordinary level, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. This flavorful sauce, crafted from roasted red peppers, almonds, and a touch of piquant spices, adds a vibrant dimension to the omelet, turning it into a true masterpiece.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
SPANISH OMELET/TORTILLA DE PATATA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: onion, potatoes, olive oil, eggs, salt
Provided by Dhruv Vohra
Categories Breakfast
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat up the olive oil in a really hot pan.
- Thinly slice the onion.
- Slice the potatoes into 3-millimeters thick pieces.
- Fry the vegetables in the olive oil over high heat for 10-15 minutes until they caramelize.
- Drain the vegetables and save the olive oil for later use.
- Add 6 eggs to a bowl and whisk. Add the fried vegetables, stir, and leave to set for 15-20 minutes.
- In a nonstick pan, fry the egg mixture over high heat for 1 minute, then reduce to a low heat for 2-4 minutes.
- Cover the pan with a large plate and carefully turn the omelet out onto the plate.
- Slide the omelet back into the pan and fry for a further 3-5 minutes over low heat. To check the omelet is cooked, gently press on the centre of the omelet. If the surface springs back, it is ready.
- Repeat step 8 to remove omelet from the pan.
- Enjoy!
SPANISH POTATO OMELET (TORTILLA A LA ESPANOLA)
Make and share this Spanish Potato Omelet (Tortilla a la Espanola) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by kenk1492
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a 8-9 inch skillet. Add the slices of potato one at a time to avoid sticking together.
- Alternate layers of potatoes with layers of onions.
- Cook slowly over medium heat, turning the potatoes until tender, not brown.
- Drain potatoes in a colander, save oil.
- Make sure skillet is very clean for later use. In a bowl, beat eggs with a fork until slightly foamy.
- Salt to taste. Add the potatoes, press down to cover potatoes completely with egg. Return to skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of saved oil until smoking point. Add the mixture, spread it out. Rapidly, lower the temperature to medium-high.
- Shake the pan often to avoid sticking.
- When the bottom is brown, cover the skillet with a plate, turn skillet up-side down, remove tortilla, slide off plate with uncooked side down into skillet and cook the other side, Turn several times until cooked
TORTILLA DE PATATA (SPANISH POTATO OMELET)
There are so many versions of this emblematic tapa that can be found all over Spain. I know, because I eat my own weight in them, wherever I go! Every region and household have their own special way of preparing this dish and it can get quite controversial as to which is the true, authentic Tortilla de Patata in Spain. This is my favorite make-at-home version adapted from many different recipes over the years. Some recipes don't call for onions but I love the sweetness and depth of flavor that caramelized onions give to the dish. It's a stunning but simple combination of flavors and textures. If you have any left over, this tortilla is also fantastic sliced into thin slices and stuffed into a fresh baguette with aioli, a homemade garlic mayonnaise , and some mild, small green peppers, either fried in olive oil, or roasted and peeled and sprinkled with some fine flaked sea salt.
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil to medium-high heat in a 12-inch cast-iron or nonstick skillet. Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the potato slices, season with salt and cook over low and slow heat until the potatoes are softened and lightly golden brown around the edges, 30 to 40 minutes, gently shaking the pan from time to time to prevent the potato slices from sticking. When the potatoes are ready, reserve 2 tablespoons of the olive oil from the skillet (now infused with the flavor of those onions and potatoes) and drain the potatoes in a colander or on a paper towel.
- Beat the eggs with a generous pinch of salt in a large bowl for about 1 minute. Add the drained caramelized potatoes and onions and stir with a fork to lightly break up the potatoes (this will give the finished Tortilla de Patata a wonderful light fluffy texture). Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of the reserved olive oil in the same skillet until very hot. Pour in the egg and potato mixture and cook on one side, gently shaking the pan occasionally, until the underside is set and very lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Using a plate to cover the pan, carefully invert the omelet onto the plate and then gently slide the omelet back into the pan to cook on the other side until just set and light golden brown, about 5 minutes more. Do not overcook. This Tortilla de Patata is best when barely runny in the very center. Serve immediately with some slices of fresh baguette, or make ahead to serve later in the day at room temperature. Enjoy!
SPANISH POTATO OMELET
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 2h5m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet. Cook the onions until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Add 2/3 cup water and cover the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Scrape the potato mixture into a large bowl and cool, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Wipe out and reserve the skillet. The potato mixture can be made 6 hours ahead. Keep at room temperature.
- Combine the eggs, garlic, olives, parsley, thyme and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt in another large bowl. Fold in the cheese and the cooled potato mixture.
- Preheat the broiler. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the same skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Pour in the egg mixture, spreading evenly. Cook, uncovered, until the sides are set and the top edge begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Run a flexible heatproof rubber spatula around the sides of the pan to loosen the omelet. Cover tightly; reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the center is almost set, about 5 minutes.
- Broil the omelet until the top is fully cooked and begins to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Let the omelet rest for 2 minutes. Loosen the omelet again around the sides and underneath as far as possible. Slide the omelet onto a platter and garnish with parsley and thyme sprigs. Cut into wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature with Quick and Easy Romesco Sauce.
- Combine the bell peppers, oil, tomato paste, almonds, vinegar, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until the sauce is almost smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally. If the sauce is too thick, blend in the reserved roasted bell pepper juice, 1 teaspoonful at a time, to thin out the sauce. Transfer the sauce to a small bowl. The sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.
SPANISH POTATO OMELET (TORTILLA DE PAPA ESPANOLA) WITH ROMESCO SAUCE
Provided by David Kamen
Categories Egg Garlic Nut Potato Tomato Appetizer Sauté Almond Bell Pepper Hazelnut Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For the tortilla:
- 1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, arrange the onion and potatoes in a flat layer and cover with 1/2 cup olive oil. Cook the vegetables, gently stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender but not browned, 7 to 9 minutes.
- 2. Drain the cooked vegetables in a colander set over a bowl until cooled. (The oil collected in the bowl can be used later in the recipe or for another preparation.)
- 3. Place a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt. Add the potato mixture to the skillet in a flat layer and then pour the eggs over top. Cook the eggs, pressing the edges into the center as they begin to cook. Once the omelet is set enough, gently shake the pan to keep it from sticking on the bottom. Continue cooking until almost completely set, 6 to 8 minutes. Slide the omelet out onto a large dinner plate and invert it back into the pan to finish cooking the other side, 2 to 3 minutes more.
- 4. Slide the finished omelet onto a large serving plate and let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature with Romesco sauce.
- For the romesco sauce:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange the almonds, hazelnuts, bread, and garlic in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast until ingredients are aromatic and lightly browned, 7 to 9 minutes. Set aside to cool. Set the oven to broil.
- 2. Place the peppers and tomatoes cut-side down onto an oiled baking sheet. Broil until the skins of the vegetables are evenly charred and the flesh is tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Immediately transfer the vegetables to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let cool enough to handle. Peel and discard the skins from the vegetables and transfer the flesh to the jar of a blender.
- 3. Add the cooled nuts, bread, and garlic to the blender along with the vinegar, parsley, paprika, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Blend until smooth, adjusting the consistency as needed with olive oil to create a pourable sauce, and serve.
TORTILLA ESPAñOLA (SPANISH POTATO OMELETTE)
One of the culinary wonders of Spain- here is my recipe which may or may not be too authentic... When I was there studying abroad, my spanish host mom showed me how to make it. Unfortunately, I'm not sure where the recipe I wrote went. This is how I make it now, and it turns out pretty great every time! This is the basic recipe- to this you can add meat (like sausage) veggies (like spinach) or more spices (like oregano and basil).
Provided by Chris Beckstrom
Categories Savory Pies
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 slices
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add oil to a medium frying pan (the smaller the easier to flip).
- Dice the potatoes into small digit-sized pieces.
- Fry the potatoes, garlic, and onions until they are tender and translucent, respectively.
- Break the eggs into a large bowl, scramble them.
- Add the cooked potatoes/onions to the eggs.
- Mix, add your spices of choice.
- Heat the frying pan until it's super hot (with plenty of oil- probably more than you think).
- Add the potato/egg mixture into the pan in a quick motion.
- About 5 seconds later, turn down the heat to medium (you don't want it to burn, just make a nice little crust).
- Cook for 10 minutes or until you smell burning, make sure that the tortilla can move in the pan and is not stuck on the bottom
- THE FUN PART: take a plate that's wider than the pan, place it on top of the pan.
- Put one hand (with a glove) on the plate.
- Use the other hand to grab the pan and with one swift motion, flip the pan so the plate ends up on the bottom and the tortilla on the plate.
- Add more oil to the pan, put the half cooked tortilla back in- this time you'll cook the bottom.
- Cook for 3-5 more minutes.
- Cut like a pizza, serve hot, cold or room temperature (great with mayonnaise).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.4, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 124, Sodium 56.4, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 7.2
SPANISH POTATO OMELET
There's nothing too fancy about this rustic Spanish style omelet, just lots of hearty goodness from crispy fried potatoes and onions. Chopped tomatoes and green onions lend even more flavor and color.
Provided by PATTY5
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Potatoes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large frying pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle potatoes lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and crisp.
- Once the potatoes are golden, stir in the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions soften and begin to brown.
- Meanwhile, beat eggs together with salt and pepper. Pour eggs into pan and stir gently to combine. Reduce heat to low and cook until eggs begin to brown on the bottom.
- Loosen bottom of omelet with a spatula, invert a large plate over the pan, and carefully turn the omelet out onto it. Slide the omelet back into the pan with the uncooked side down. Cook until eggs are set. Garnish omelet with tomato and green onion and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 53.6 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
SPANISH POTATO OMELET
Here's an easy take on tortilla española, a potato omelet cut into cubes so it can be served the traditional way, with toothpicks.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Meal Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield Makes 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat 1/4 cup of the oil in 8- or 9-inch ovenproof skillet on medium heat. Add 1/3 of the potatoes; cover with layers of 1/3 each of the onions and garlic. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Repeat layers 2 times. Cook 5 minutes. Gently turn potato mixture over; cook an additional 5 minutes. Remove potato mixture from skillet; place in colander. Drain. Wash skillet.
- Preheat broiler. Beat eggs in large bowl. Add potato mixture; stir gently. Let stand 10 minutes. Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in same skillet on medium heat. Add egg mixture; tilt skillet to evenly cover bottom of skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 2 minutes, gently lifting omelet occasionally to prevent it from sticking to skillet.
- Place skillet 4 to 6 inches from heat. Broil 10 minutes or until center is set and top is lightly browned. Gently cut around edge to loosen omelet from pan; slide omelet out of pan onto plate. Cut into bite-sized wedges or squares. Serve warm with toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 135 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g
Tips:
- Use a non-stick skillet for easy flipping and to prevent sticking.
- Slice the potatoes thinly and evenly for even cooking.
- Cook the potatoes over medium heat to prevent burning.
- Stir the potatoes occasionally to ensure even browning.
- Use a plate to flip the tortilla to prevent breaking.
- Let the tortilla cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
The Spanish potato omelet, or tortilla de papa española, is a classic dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is a simple dish to make, but it is packed with flavor. The combination of potatoes, eggs, and onions is a perfect balance of textures and flavors. The romesco sauce adds a delicious nutty and smoky flavor to the tortilla. This dish is a great meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It can also be served as a tapas dish or as part of a larger meal. No matter how you serve it, the Spanish potato omelet is sure to be a hit.
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