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    My Colombian Recipes » Recipes » Breakfast and Brunch » Spanish Omelett (tortilla Española)

    Spanish Omelett (Tortilla Española)

    Apr 25, 2009 · Modified: Dec 2, 2021 by Erica Dinho · 6 Comments

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    Spanish Omelett (Tortilla Española)

    Erica Dinho
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 17 minutes mins
    Course Main dish
    Cuisine Colombian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 258 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ½ cup thinly sliced onion
    • 2 big white potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
    • 4 eggs
    • Salt
    • 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
    • 1 teaspoon paprika

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium non-stick pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the potato slices in a single layer and fry about 4 minutes on each side or until tender.
    • With a slotted spoon, transfer the potatoes to a plate lined with paper towel, set aside. Add the onions to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes or until translucent.
    • When the onions are cooking, in a medium bowl beat the eggs. Add the fried potatoes, parsley, paprika and salt and let it rest for 1 minute.
    • Add the potatoes and egg mixture to the pan, decrease the heat to medium low, shake the pan gently to be sure the omelet doesn’t stick, cook about 4 minutes.
    • Place a large plate on top of the pan. Flip over the pan so that the tortilla transfers to the plate. Very carefully slide the tortilla back to the pan so as to cook the other side and continue cooking for 3 more minutes or until done. Transfer the tortilla to a large plate. Let it rest for 5 minutes and cut into slices. Serve warm or cold, either way is delicious.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 258kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 164mgSodium: 71mgPotassium: 473mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 615IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 2mg
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    Tortilla Española or Spanish TortillaPin

    Tortilla Española is a traditional recipe in Spain. I love to make this recipe for breakfast but with a touch of ají, to add a little Colombian flavor. In Spain they eat this omelet at any time of the day and it is a very popular tapa (appetizer) in Spanish restaurants and bars.

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    My name is Erica and I was born and raised in Colombia and now live in the northeastern United States with my husband and family. This blog was inspired by my grandmother, Mamita, who was an amazing traditional Colombian cook.

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    1. Soma

      April 25, 2009 at 8:44 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for sharing this! I have never used potatoes in omlettes, but this kind with onions, herbs & tomatoes at the bottom.. then cut them into pieces. Never thought of this as tapa!!

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    2. Mindy

      April 25, 2009 at 9:07 am

      5 stars
      How funny...I just made this last night for dinner! It's one of my favorite go-to dishes (cheap and easy). I love the idea of adding the ají--I'll have to try that next time since I love a little spice to my food!

      Reply
    3. Ice Princess

      April 25, 2009 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      yap... Potatoes in omelet, seem taste great!

      Reply
    4. flfarmgirl

      April 25, 2009 at 8:43 pm

      5 stars
      Looks delicious. I love egg dishes. This is on my to do list. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    5. 5 Star Foodie

      April 26, 2009 at 10:23 am

      5 stars
      I love spanish omelet and never yet made it at home! Sounds excellent!

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    6. Dishes

      May 12, 2010 at 5:08 pm

      5 stars
      Hello, nice read. I just now found your site and I'm already a fan. 😀

      Reply

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