How to Make a Spanish Tortilla (Classic Potato Omelet)
How to Make a classic Spanish tortilla with eggs, potato, onion, and bell pepper. A hearty potato omelet recipe perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4-6 1x
- Category: lunch, breakfast, dinner
- Method: Oven cook and baking
- Cuisine: spanish american
Ingredients
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- 4 eggs
- 1 large potato
- 2 tablespoons chopped purple onion
- 1-2 tablespoons chopped bell pepper
- 3-4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes under running water. Cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices. Place the slices in a bowl and rinse with water to remove excess starch. Pat dry with a towel.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan. Place the potato slices in a single layer and fry until golden brown on both sides. Transfer the cooked slices to a paper towel.
- Use a ceramic baking dish. Grease it with oil and arrange the potato slices in layers. Season the potatoes with salt and pepper.
- Beat the eggs and salt in a bowl. Add the onion and bell pepper. Pour the egg-vegetable mixture over the potatoes and bake in the oven at 180 deg. C (356 deg. F) for about 20 minutes. The tortilla should be set and golden brown on top.
- Slice the finished dish and serve warm with sour cream. The tortilla is also delicious after cooling.
Notes
- Add flavor and sprinkle the tortilla with grated Manchego, Cheddar, or Gouda.
- You can add cooked vegetables to the egg mixture for a healthier option.
- For a heartier version, add chorizo, ham, chicken, or turkey.