Spanish Potato Omelet Tortilla Recipe

Experience the rich flavors of Spain with this authentic Tortilla Española, a hearty potato and onion omelet that's more like a delicious frittata! This recipe delivers a perfectly cooked, golden-brown exterior with a tender, flavorful interior. Simple to make yet impressive to serve, it's a fantastic weeknight meal or a show-stopping appetizer.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 383.8 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Spanish Potato Omelet Tortilla

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spanish Potato Omelet Tortilla

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How to Make Spanish Potato Omelet Tortilla

  1. Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large (10-inch), oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1.5 lbs peeled and thinly sliced potatoes. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Remove potatoes with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  4. Add remaining 1/4 cup olive oil to the skillet. Add 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, and 1 bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.
  5. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  7. Return potatoes to the skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring gently with a spatula, for 5 minutes.
  8. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Reduce heat to low. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potatoes and vegetables.
  10. Gently shake the pan to distribute the eggs. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  11. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the omelet is set and lightly golden brown.
  12. Remove from oven and let cool completely to room temperature before slicing into wedges.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

24g

Carbs

8g