Tortilla Espanola (Spanish Tortilla) Recipe
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Tortilla Espanola (Spanish Tortilla)

By: sjmoraes 
"Unlike most omelets, a Spanish tortilla is served at room temperature. It is the classic tapa, prepared all over Spain."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (27)

What to Drink?

Wine Sparkling wine
Prep Time:
35 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
2 Hrs 20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 1 tortilla
 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 onions, sliced into rings
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 roasted red pepper, drained and cut into strips
  • 3 ounces Spanish serrano ham, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

Directions

  1. Heat 1/2 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add half of the potato slices, and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, 15 to 20 minutes. When done, remove potatoes to a large bowl, leaving oil in the skillet. Cook the remaining potatoes in the oil until tender, then add to the bowl, leaving oil in the skillet. Gently toss potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion rings, and gently cook until soft and golden brown, about 15 minutes. Spoon onions onto a plate, and allow to cool while the potatoes finish cooking.
  3. Whisk eggs in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in cooled onions, roasted peppers, and serrano ham. Gently fold in cooked potatoes.
  4. Heat the skillet with the reserved oil over low heat. Pour in the egg mixture, and gently cook until the sides have started to set and the bottom has turned golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Loosen the tortilla with a spatula if needed, then carefully slide onto a large plate. Turn the skillet upside down and place onto the uncooked side of the tortilla. Turn the skillet right-side-up, and remove the plate. Return the skillet to the stove, and continue cooking until the tortilla has set in the center, about 4 minutes.
  5. Slide the tortilla onto a serving plate and allow to cool to room temperature. Cut into six wedges and sprinkle with parsley to serve.

Footnotes

  • Editor's Note
  • Serrano ham is the Spanish version of prosciutto. It has a drier texture and a more nutty flavor. If you are unable to find it, Italian prosciutto may be used instead.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 477 | Total Fat: 32.3g | Cholesterol: 224mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 27, 2010 by Esther   view full review
I live in Spain and this recipe, although delicious, differs from the classic tortilla...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 24, 2007 by Don   view full review
I make this but leave it in the skillet after cooking the first side and then broil the other...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2011 by SobeCook   view full review
I lived in Barcelona for years and my S.O. is Catalan, so I make tortilla almost once a week...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 11, 2009 by Jennifer   view full review
I ate this many times each week when I lived in Spain, and am so happy to have a reliable...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 8, 2009 by Heather Kelley   view full review
Fabulous! Tastes just like I remember in Sanlucar de Barrameda. I definitely recommend...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2009 by J.P.   view full review
This is delicious as written. My only advice is to begin well ahead of time (1.5 to 2 hrs) as...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2010 by shep   view full review
I lived in northern Spain (Galicia)and we used green peppers,(just cut up into small pieces,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 20, 2009 by dimitra   view full review
Very tasty, but too much oil. My recommendation is to deep fry the potatoes in 3/4 cups olive...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 24, 2007 by MRS_BOOKIES   view full review
This was fabulous! I lived in spain for 1 1/2 years and ate these a lot. The onions and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 10, 2009 by alimento   view full review
Very good indeed. I have eaten this prepared by a Spanish connoisseur and this is the closest...

 

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