SPANISH TORTILLA (POTATO OMELETTE)

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The potato omelette is a traditional Spanish tapas, or appetizer, but it's equally good for breakfast or brunch. Found while looking for spanish recipes for ZWT5.

Provided by Katzen

Categories     Spanish

Time 20m

Yield 6 wedges, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb potato, peeled
1 large onion, diced
1/4 cup olive oil
5 eggs
salt

Steps:

  • Slice the potatoes as thin as possible and dry with a paper towel.
  • Sauté potatoes and onions in olive oil over medium heat, turning frequently, until golden brown (about three minutes).
  • Meanwhile, beat the eggs with salt and pepper until foamy, 1-2 minutes.
  • Pour the eggs over the potatoes, cover, lower the heat, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the omelette is set and the bottom is golden brown.
  • Slide the omelette onto a plate, cover with the other plate, flip, and slide the omelette back into the pan, so that the cooked side is on top.
  • Cover and cook for about 5 minutes longer.
  • Cut into wedges and serve.

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