Spanish Tortilla
Spanish Tortilla is a classic Spanish vegetarian that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.
Carefully prepared featuring Onion, Butter, Potatoes, Garlic, Eggs, Parsley, Baguette and Vine Tomatoes, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. True to traditional Spanish cooking, the dish focuses on steeped in smoky pimentón, delicate saffron, and extra-virgin olive oil.
In authentic Spanish tradition, Spanish Tortilla is best presented served family-style with crusty bread and lemon halves.
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Ingredients
- Onion1 sliced
- Olive Oil4 tbsp
- Butter25g
- Potatoes400g
- Garlic6 cloves
- Eggs8
- ParsleyHandful
- Baguette1
- Vine Tomatoes4
- Olive Oildrizzle
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Put a large non-stick frying pan on a low heat.
Cook the onion slowly in the oil and butter until soft but not brown – this should take about 15 mins.
Add the potatoes, cover the pan and cook for a further 15-20 mins, stirring occasionally to make sure they fry evenly.
When the potatoes are soft and the onion is shiny, crush 2 garlic cloves and stir in, followed by the beaten eggs.
Put the lid back on the pan and leave the tortilla to cook gently.
After 20 mins, the edges and base should be golden, the top set but the middle still a little wobbly.
To turn it over, slide it onto a plate and put another plate on top, turn the whole thing over and slide it back into the pan to finish cooking.
Once cooked, transfer to a plate and serve the tortilla warm or cold, scattered with the chopped parsley.
To accompany, take slices of warmed baguette, stab all over with a fork and rub with the remaining garlic, pile on grated tomatoes and season with sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil.
👨🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes
Cultural Heritage
Spanish Tortilla reflects the timeless heritage of traditional Spanish home cooking, steeped in smoky pimentón, delicate saffron, and extra-virgin olive oil. Prepared for generations for family gatherings and celebrations, it represents the heart of regional culinary identity.
Dietary Substitutions
If you need to accommodate dietary restrictions, onion can be substituted with an equivalent volume of seasonal vegetables, legumes, or a protein alternative of your preference.
Chef Technique Tips
Season in stages rather than all at once at the end. Salting components as they cook draws out excess moisture, intensifies natural sugars, and builds harmonious depth of flavor throughout the dish.
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