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TORTILLA ESPANOLA (SPANISH TORTILLA)



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

Provided by sjmoraes

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ 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

Steps:

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Whisk eggs in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in cooled onions, roasted peppers, and serrano ham. Gently fold in cooked potatoes.
  • 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.
  • Slide the tortilla onto a serving plate and allow to cool to room temperature. Cut into six wedges and sprinkle with parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 198.5 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 449.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

TORTILLA ESPANOLA: SPANISH OMELETTE



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Tortilla is Spain's most favorite snack. Seen and eaten in almost every tapas bar, this "Spanish Omelette" comes in many different guises; this recipe is the most traditional.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large eggs
Salt, to taste
3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
3 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
Green olives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Crack the eggs into a bowl. Whisk with a fork and add a pinch of salt.
  • Heat some oil in a frying pan (not one with a heavy base as this will prove to be a hindrance when preparing to do the flip).
  • Add the potato and fry for a couple of minutes. Add the onion and mash together.
  • When the potato starts to brown a little on the edges and is mashed up with the onion in a lumpy fashion then add the eggs. Make sure the potato and onions are fully submerged by the eggs. Poke the potato to allow some of the egg to seep into the mashed mixture.
  • Fry this gently on a low heat. While cooking shake the pan to loosen the tortilla from the base and tidy the edges up with a wooden spoon. Do not over cook. The middle is meant to remain runny and gooey.
  • The egg will start setting, as this happens place a plate over the pan, a large enough plate to cover the pan substantially, and with a quick co-ordinated movement of both wrists ?flip? the tortilla over onto the plate and slide back into the pan to cook the underside.
  • Keep shaking the pan lightly so the tortilla does not stick to the bottom.
  • Once it feels firm on the edges and soft in the middle (after about 1 minute) then slide the tortilla back onto the plate. For the brave heart you can do the flip again if you wish.
  • Let the tortilla rest for about 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Cut into cake slices or cubes. Garnish with green olives.

SPANISH POTATO OMELET (TORTILLA A LA ESPANOLA)



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Make and share this Spanish Potato Omelet (Tortilla a la Espanola) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kenk1492

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup olive oil
4 large potatoes, peeled and cup into 1/8 inch slices
1 large onion, thinly sliced
coarse salt
4 large eggs

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 8-9 inch skillet. Add the slices of potato one at a time to avoid sticking together.
  • Alternate layers of potatoes with layers of onions.
  • Cook slowly over medium heat, turning the potatoes until tender, not brown.
  • Drain potatoes in a colander, save oil.
  • Make sure skillet is very clean for later use. In a bowl, beat eggs with a fork until slightly foamy.
  • Salt to taste. Add the potatoes, press down to cover potatoes completely with egg. Return to skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of saved oil until smoking point. Add the mixture, spread it out. Rapidly, lower the temperature to medium-high.
  • Shake the pan often to avoid sticking.
  • When the bottom is brown, cover the skillet with a plate, turn skillet up-side down, remove tortilla, slide off plate with uncooked side down into skillet and cook the other side, Turn several times until cooked

TORTILLA ESPANOLA



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Tortilla Espanola is a dish I make all the time at home. My boyfriend's family are Spanish, and he just loves this authentic dish. It's easy to prepare and always a crowd pleaser. Traditionally this dish only uses only onions, potatoes and egg; however I like to add a little green, either parsley or chives depending on your taste. They're both wonderful.

Provided by Jaime The Tomato Snob

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Potatoes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil, or more if needed
2 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, or to taste
1 sweet Spanish onion, thinly sliced
6 eggs
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 bunch fresh parsley, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In an ovenproof skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil until it shimmers, and place the potatoes into the hot oil. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with smoked paprika. Pan fry the potatoes, stirring and tossing occasionally, until they are beginning to soften, about 8 minutes. Stir in the onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and onion are slightly browned and the onion is translucent, about 10 more minutes. Take the skillet off the heat, and allow to cool for about 5 minutes.
  • Beat the eggs with 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large bowl. Stir in the parsley, add the potato-onion mixture, and lightly combine.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, then gently spoon the egg-potato mixture into the hot skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low, and shake the skillet a few times to help release the omelet from the bottom of the skillet.
  • Slide the skillet into the preheated oven, and bake until the omelet is puffed and the top is golden brown, about 5 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center of the omelet should come out clean. Cut the omelet into pie-shaped pieces, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.3 g, Cholesterol 279 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 126.2 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

SPANISH POTATO OMELET (TORTILLA DE PAPA ESPANOLA) WITH ROMESCO SAUCE



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Provided by David Kamen

Categories     Egg     Garlic     Nut     Potato     Tomato     Appetizer     Sauté     Almond     Bell Pepper     Hazelnut     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Tortilla:
1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
4 medium russet potatoes, peeled, sliced 1/8-inch thick
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
8 large eggs
Kosher salt
Romesco sauce:
1 cup almonds, skins removed
1 cup hazelnuts, skins removed
1 slice white bread
5 to 6 garlic cloves, peeled
1 large red bell pepper, halved and seeded
2 plum tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more if needed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the tortilla:
  • 1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, arrange the onion and potatoes in a flat layer and cover with 1/2 cup olive oil. Cook the vegetables, gently stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender but not browned, 7 to 9 minutes.
  • 2. Drain the cooked vegetables in a colander set over a bowl until cooled. (The oil collected in the bowl can be used later in the recipe or for another preparation.)
  • 3. Place a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt. Add the potato mixture to the skillet in a flat layer and then pour the eggs over top. Cook the eggs, pressing the edges into the center as they begin to cook. Once the omelet is set enough, gently shake the pan to keep it from sticking on the bottom. Continue cooking until almost completely set, 6 to 8 minutes. Slide the omelet out onto a large dinner plate and invert it back into the pan to finish cooking the other side, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • 4. Slide the finished omelet onto a large serving plate and let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature with Romesco sauce.
  • For the romesco sauce:
  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange the almonds, hazelnuts, bread, and garlic in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast until ingredients are aromatic and lightly browned, 7 to 9 minutes. Set aside to cool. Set the oven to broil.
  • 2. Place the peppers and tomatoes cut-side down onto an oiled baking sheet. Broil until the skins of the vegetables are evenly charred and the flesh is tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Immediately transfer the vegetables to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let cool enough to handle. Peel and discard the skins from the vegetables and transfer the flesh to the jar of a blender.
  • 3. Add the cooled nuts, bread, and garlic to the blender along with the vinegar, parsley, paprika, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Blend until smooth, adjusting the consistency as needed with olive oil to create a pourable sauce, and serve.

TORTILLA ESPANOLA WITH CHORIZO



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Diced chorizo contributes a spicy note to tortilla espanola, a classic Spanish egg dish with potatoes and onion often served warm as an appetizer.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for skillet if needed
1 1/4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1/4 medium onion, diced (1/4 cup)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
6 ounces dried chorizo, cut into 1/4-inch dice
6 large eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy 8-inch skillet over medium-low heat. Add potatoes and onion, and season with salt. Cover, and cook, stirring often, until potatoes are tender, about 12 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes and onion to a bowl. Add chorizo to skillet, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Transfer chorizo and pan drippings to potato-onion mixture. Reserve skillet.
  • Add eggs to potato-onion mixture, and season with salt and pepper. Lightly coat skillet with more oil if needed, and heat over medium heat. Pour in egg mixture; stir to combine and press to flatten. Cook, running a flexible spatula around the edges occasionally, until edges set and center is slightly runny, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Place a plate, upside down, over skillet, and invert tortilla onto plate. Slide tortilla, cooked side up, back into skillet. Cook over low heat until completely set in the center, 3 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a serving plate, and let cool slightly before cutting into squares or wedges.

EASY SPANISH TORTILLA ESPANOLA



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Tortilla Espanola is a king among Spanish tapas, but can be pricey - the potatoes are usually cooked in a vat of olive oil. But we cut down on costs (and prep time) with a genius substitute: potato chips.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Small pinch cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
7 large eggs
5 cups plain kettle-cooked potato chips (about 6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 10-inch ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, onion, paprika, cayenne and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, until the onions are soft and just starting to turn brown, about 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the vinegar until absorbed. Transfer to a bowl and let cool.
  • Whisk together the eggs, 1/2 cup of water and 1 teaspoon of salt in a large bowl. Add the potato chips and cooled onions and stir to combine. Let sit for a few minutes.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the skillet over medium-high heat, then add the potato and egg mixture and cook, until the bottom and the sides set and are a light golden brown, about 3 minutes (use a rubber spatula to help pull and peek around the sides). Transfer to the oven and bake until set, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool slightly in the pan, then slide out onto a cutting board and cut into 12 wedges. Serve at room temperature.

EASY TORTILLA ESPAñOLA RECIPE BY TASTY



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This classic Spanish dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, or even a snack! We're keeping the base recipe under 5 ingredients, but it would also be great with vegetables and/or Spanish ham folded in.

Provided by Matt Ciampa

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups olive oil, plus more as needed
1 lb russet potato, peeled and sliced into 1/8 in rounds (1mm)
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
6 large eggs
freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, wide pan with high sides over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the potatoes, onion, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add more olive oil as needed to ensure everything is submerged. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until the potatoes are fork tender, 5-7 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Place a metal strainer over a large heatproof bowl. Carefully strain the potatoes and onion and set aside to cool. Reserve the cooking oil.
  • In a separate large bowl, whisk together eggs, 1 teaspoon of salt, and pepper until foamy, 2-3 minutes. Gently fold in the cooled potato and onion mixture and let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons of the reserved oil in a 9 or 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. When the oil is shimmering, pour in the egg and potato mixture and spread in an even layer. Cook, tilting the pan and lifting up the edges with spatula to let the uncooked egg run underneath, until the edges are pale yellow and lacy, 4-5 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and place a large heatproof plate over the skillet. Working quickly, invert the pan to flip the tortilla onto the plate.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of the reserved oil, then slide the tortilla back into the pan with the uncooked side facing down. Use spatula to tuck in the sides of the tortilla. Cook until the bottom of the tortilla is browned and the center is cooked through, 2-3 minutes.
  • Slide the tortilla onto the plate and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 797 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 76 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 2 grams

TORTILLA ESPAñOLA (SPANISH POTATO OMELETTE)



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One of the culinary wonders of Spain- here is my recipe which may or may not be too authentic... When I was there studying abroad, my spanish host mom showed me how to make it. Unfortunately, I'm not sure where the recipe I wrote went. This is how I make it now, and it turns out pretty great every time! This is the basic recipe- to this you can add meat (like sausage) veggies (like spinach) or more spices (like oregano and basil).

Provided by Chris Beckstrom

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 slices

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium potatoes, washed, peeled
4 eggs
1/3 onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced (or pressed)
extra virgin olive oil
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Add oil to a medium frying pan (the smaller the easier to flip).
  • Dice the potatoes into small digit-sized pieces.
  • Fry the potatoes, garlic, and onions until they are tender and translucent, respectively.
  • Break the eggs into a large bowl, scramble them.
  • Add the cooked potatoes/onions to the eggs.
  • Mix, add your spices of choice.
  • Heat the frying pan until it's super hot (with plenty of oil- probably more than you think).
  • Add the potato/egg mixture into the pan in a quick motion.
  • About 5 seconds later, turn down the heat to medium (you don't want it to burn, just make a nice little crust).
  • Cook for 10 minutes or until you smell burning, make sure that the tortilla can move in the pan and is not stuck on the bottom
  • THE FUN PART: take a plate that's wider than the pan, place it on top of the pan.
  • Put one hand (with a glove) on the plate.
  • Use the other hand to grab the pan and with one swift motion, flip the pan so the plate ends up on the bottom and the tortilla on the plate.
  • Add more oil to the pan, put the half cooked tortilla back in- this time you'll cook the bottom.
  • Cook for 3-5 more minutes.
  • Cut like a pizza, serve hot, cold or room temperature (great with mayonnaise).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.4, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 124, Sodium 56.4, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 7.2

TORTILLA ESPANOLA



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María de los Angeles Rodr‭guez Artacho, co-owner with her husband of Bar Jordi, was kind enough to share her recipe.

Categories     Egg     Onion     Potato     Breakfast     Brunch     Fall     Spring     Summer     Winter     Pan-Fry     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 to 8 for tapas or lunch

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups oil
2 1/2 pounds boiling potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/3-inch dice
2 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 tablespoon coarse salt
10 large eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and add potatoes, onion, and half of salt. Cook over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are very tender but not colored, about 45 minutes. Drain vegetables in a large colander set over a bowl and cool 5 minutes. Lightly beat eggs in a large bowl. Gently stir in vegetables with 1 tablespoon oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Return 1 tablespoon oil to skillet and add mixture, pressing potatoes flush with eggs. Cook over low heat, covered, 12 to 15 minutes, or until almost set. Turn off heat and let stand, covered, 15 minutes. Shake skillet gently to make sure tortilla is set on bottom and not sticking to skillet. Invert tortilla onto a large flat plate and slide back into skillet, bottom side up. (Alternatively, especially if top is still loose at this point, slide tortilla onto plate first. Cover it with skillet and invert tortilla back into skillet.) Round edge with a rubber spatula and cook over low heat, covered, 15 minutes more, or until set. Slide tortilla onto a serving plate and serve warm or at room temperature.

SPANISH OMELETTE (TORTILLA ESPAñOLA)



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Five humble ingredients express rich flavors in this classic Spanish dish. Onions not only caramelize in olive oil, but infuse it, creating a savory base for cooking potatoes and eggs. Slice it pizza-style for a shareable breakfast or tapa.

Provided by Paul Berglund

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 medium white onions
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons Kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
1 large potato, preferably Yukon Gold
6 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Using a knife, peel the onion (discard onion skin in a bowl for easy clean-up), then remove both ends and cut in a medium dice. Heat a non-stick, oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil followed by chopped onions and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir and cook until the onions are soft and lightly caramelized, about 10 minutes. Stir the onions occasionally as they cook.
  • Slice the potato (leave peel on), then dice the same size as the onions (cut away and discard any blemishes on the potato). Set aside. Crack eggs into a bowl, whisk and set aside. When onions are lightly caramelized, remove from heat. Place a strainer over a bowl and strain the onions from the oil, reserving oil. Set onions aside. Place oil back into the pan, turn heat to high until oil is slightly smoking, 2-3 minutes (hot oil will keep the potatoes from sticking). Add potatoes and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir and cook until potatoes are soft and golden brown, 7-8 minutes (test for doneness by tasting one!).
  • Strain potatoes from the oil, reserving oil. Add potatoes to the onions and keep the skillet warm over low heat (It's important to have no trace of onions or potatoes in the skillet or the omelette will stick). Stir beaten eggs into the potato onion mixture. Turn heat to high, add about 1 tablespoon of the oil back to the pan. When the oil begins to smoke, add egg mixture. Using a rubber spatula gently move the eggs around in the pan to distribute the heat. Turn heat to low and let the omelette set around the edges, 1-2 minutes. Transfer omelette to the oven. It will bake a total of 4-5 minutes. First, to set the eggs, 2- 2 ½ minutes.
  • When the omelette is set all over, remove from the oven to flip and cook on the other side. Shake slightly to make sure it isn't sticking to the sides. Using a rubber spatula, gently remove the omelette from the skillet onto a plate. Cover with the other plate and flip over. Using a rubber spatula, gently place back into the pan, bottom-side up and back into the oven, about 2 more minutes.
  • Remove omelette from oven. Using a rubber spatula, slide onto a plate. Serve.

TORTILLA ESPANOLA (TRADITIONAL SPANISH POTATO OMELETE).



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This Spanish influenced recipe is adapted by chef Mario Batali. Tortilla Espanola is a very common, simple and delicious dish found in most areas of Spain. This version has a high ratio of potatoes to eggs (the way I like it!). You could serve this as a tapas offering, breakfast, a sidedish or a non-meat main dish. Enjoy.

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons. extra virgin olive oil
1 1/4 lbs Red Bliss potatoes, peeled and sliced thin (about 1/8th inch)
1 onion, halved and sliced very thin
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
8 large eggs

Steps:

  • Heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet.
  • Add the potato and onion slices, season with salt and pepper and cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until the potatoes and onion are tender but not browned, about 15 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
  • Gently scrape the potato mixture into the large bowl containing the eggs. (Make sure not to leave any of the potato mixture in the skillet.).
  • Return the empty skillet to the heat and add the remaining 2 T. olive oil.
  • Add the egg mixture (with potatoes and onions), spreading it out in an even layer.
  • Cover and cook over low heat until the tortilla is set on the bottom and edge , about 10 minutes.
  • Set a large plate over the skillet and carefully invert the tortilla onto the plate and back to the skillet to cook the other side for a few minutes, when done, slide in to serving plate.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Cut into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Note: The tortilla can stand at room temperature for 3 hours before serving.

BAKED TORTILLA ESPANOLA



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This baked version of tortilla espanola is like a potato-and-onion fritatta. Often sliced and served as an appetizer, it maintains its Spanish accent with a pinch of saffron.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 strands saffron
2 large baking potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced crosswise
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced (1 cup)
5 garlic cloves, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
5 large eggs
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat oil and saffron in an 8-inch skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes, onion, and garlic, and stir well. Gently press into an even layer with a spatula. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Stir, season with salt and pepper, and press again. Cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Drain in a colander, reserving oil.
  • Whisk together eggs, parsley, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in potato mixture. Heat 2 tablespoons reserved oil in the skillet over medium heat. Pour in egg mixture, and gently press into an even layer. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, uncovered, for 2 minutes.
  • Bake until set, about 5 minutes. Invert, or serve from pan.

TORTILLA ESPANOLA



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Martha has made many variations of Spanish tortillas, which are similar to a frittata or potato omelet. This simple, five-ingredient version takes a cue from a memorable tortilla that she had on a trip to Spain. It's good served warm, or made ahead and eaten later at room temperature. Cut into small squares to serve as tapas, or slice into larger wedges and serve with a salad for lunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 3/4 pounds small russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices (2 cups)
8 large eggs

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a medium saucepan, cover with water by 2 inches, and add 1 tablespoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until just tender, about 25 minutes. Drain. Let cool slightly, then peel with a paring knife. Cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium. Add onion and 1 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add potatoes and cook, stirring, 5 minutes more. Transfer to a bowl. Let cool 5 minutes.
  • Whisk eggs with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add to potato mixture and let stand, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes.
  • Clean skillet and add 2 tablespoons oil; heat over medium. Add egg-potato mixture; cook 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low; cook, pulling cooked egg away from sides with a rubber spatula to let raw egg flow underneath, until bottom is set and just pale golden, and top is almost set, 4 to 5 minutes more. Remove from heat.
  • Place a heatproof plate (with a diameter larger than skillet's) upside-down over skillet. With hot pads, very carefully turn skillet and plate at the same time to invert tortilla onto plate. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to empty skillet; swirl to coat.
  • Slide tortilla, uncooked-side down, back into skillet. (Tuck in any potatoes that slip out.) Cook over low heat, pressing down with spatula and tucking in edges to shape rounded sides, until cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes. Slide onto a cutting board. Let cool about 20 minutes, then serve, warm or at room temperature, cut into wedges.

TORTILLA ESPAñOLA



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Perhaps the most Spanish of all tapas, this potato omelet makes a satisfying meal on its own; you can also serve it as a part of a spread with jamón, serrano, chorizo, cheese, olives and piquillo peppers. Poaching the potatoes and onions in olive oil makes them almost creamy. (Keep the infused oil in the fridge; it's great for dipping bread or other uses.)

Provided by Francis Lam

Categories     main course

Time 1h

Yield 8 - 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 pounds onions, diced
1 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes
Kosher salt, to taste
4 cups extra-virgin olive oil
10 large eggs

Steps:

  • Place the onions, pepper and garlic in a large bowl. Peel the potatoes, quarter them lengthwise, and slice those crosswise into 1/8th inch tiles. (A mandoline is great for this.) Add them to the onion mixture and season with 2 teaspoons kosher salt.
  • Heat the oil over high heat in a 12-inch, deep-sided skillet (preferably nonstick or well-seasoned cast iron). Drop 1 potato tile into the oil as it heats; when it floats and then begins to fry vigorously, carefully add all the potato-onion mixture and stir gently.
  • Cook the potatoes at a vigorous simmer, stirring occasionally so they don't brown too much on the bottom, until they are very soft but not quite losing their shape, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain the potatoes through a colander and let them cool until warm.
  • Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Taste the potatoes for salt and season the eggs with salt accordingly. Stir the potatoes into the eggs.
  • Place the skillet over medium high heat. When it is very hot, pour in the potato mixture, spread evenly and turn heat to medium. Using a spatula, gently pull the edges of the tortilla towards the center to release them from the pan and let any liquid egg run out the sides.
  • After 4 minutes, cover the pan with the bottom of an oiled baking sheet. Using towels or oven mitts, carefully flip the pan onto the sheet, place the pan back over the heat, then slide the inverted tortilla back into the pan. Cook, without stirring, for 3 minutes. Both sides of the tortilla should be golden brown.
  • Insert a long skewer into the side of the tortilla to see how wet it is inside. Some prefer the inside a little moist, some fully cooked. You can continue to cook it, flipping the tortilla as described once a minute, until it's done to your liking. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 953, UnsaturatedFat 75 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 91 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 754 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

5-INGREDIENT TORTILLA ESPANOLA RECIPE BY TASTY



5-Ingredient Tortilla Espanola Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large eggs, salt, extra light olive oil, yukon gold potatoes, large spanish onion

Provided by Carla Belfiore

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

7 large eggs
salt, to taste
extra light olive oil
2 yukon gold potatoes, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced
1 large spanish onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs vigorously with a large pinch of salt until frothy. Set aside.
  • Heat a 10-inch (25 cm) nonstick skillet with ½ cup (120 ml) of the oil on medium height heat until oil is shimmering but not bubbling. Add potato slices and cook for 10-15 minutes until potatoes are soft but not crispy or burnt.
  • Once done, drain potatoes and reserve oil. In the same pan ,add in reserved oil, heat, and add onions to cook until translucent for about 7 minutes or so. After they've cooked, strain the onions and reserve the oil again.
  • In a heat-proof bowl, put in the onions and potato slices. To this, add the egg mixture, a generous pinch of salt and mix together.
  • Heat skillet again with reserved oil. Wait until it is hot and pour in the combined egg mixture. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook until the eggs are set and the bottom is golden (about 5 to 7 minutes).
  • Place a plate large enough to cover the surface of the pan over the top of the pan and carefully flip over the tortilla.
  • Gently, slide the tortilla back into the pan with the cooked golden side facing up, and uncooked side on the bottom. Cook until the opposite side becomes golden, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • When this side has cooked, carefully flip back onto the plate.
  • Let cool and serve!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 1 gram

BOQUERIA'S TORTILLA ESPANOLA



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Recipe 4 in Chef Mullen's "tapas party for 8" party menu. Spanish tortilla's are more omelets served at room temp but far more delicious than that sounds. Caramelized onions are cooked slowly one recipe : Recipe #49000). Cooking time does not include the caramelizing.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 idaho potatoes, peeled, thinly sliced and slowly cooked in
olive oil
2 onions, thinly sliced and slowly caramelized
10 free-range eggs
salt

Steps:

  • Mix the eggs and caramelized onions and blend with a hand-blender. Season with salt.
  • In a 10-inch non-stick pan, heat up 2 tbsp olive oil until it skates easily across the pan. Add the slowly cooked potatoes and cook again, this time until lightly golden, stirring constantly.
  • Add the egg mixture to cover the potatoes and reduce the heat. Using a rubber spatula, pull the edges of the egg away from the pan gently to allow the egg to cook evenly. When the egg has reached a nice golden brown color, place a plate on top of the pan and flip the Tortilla. Clean the pan with a paper towel and return to the stove.
  • Increase the heat to medium high and slip the tortilla back into the pan. Cook for three minutes, or until the tortilla is golden brown, then reduce the heat and cook another 5 minutes until the center is just set. Slice into wedges and serve.

PERFECT TORTILLA ESPANOLA



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Spanish Tortilla is a tasty mixture of potatoes and eggs and can have a number of things added to it such as chorizo or spinach.

Provided by RyanM

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs     Scrambled Egg Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 white onion, chopped
½ pound chorizo sausage, casings removed and crumbled
salt and pepper to taste
5 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoon oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Fry potatoes and onion in oil for about 15 minutes. Stir in chorizo, if desired; cook for five more minutes, or until potatoes are soft and lightly browned and meat is cooked. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Beat eggs together in a large bowl. Pour potato and onion mixture into eggs, and mix together.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Carefully spread mixture evenly over the bottom of the pan. Cook without stirring for about 10 minutes. Then place a large plate over the pan, flip the pan to transfer the eggs onto the plate. Cooked side should be golden brown. Carefully slide tortilla back into pan, and cook the other side for 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.5 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Cholesterol 188.3 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 778.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

TORTILLA ESPAñOLA RECIPE BY TASTY



Tortilla Española Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: medium onion, olive oil, medium potato, salt, water, large eggs, pepper

Provided by Philip Sutherland

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium onion, finely sliced
1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
1 medium potato, peeled and cut into 3mm thick slices
salt, to taste
1 tablespoon water
5 large eggs
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Fry onion in olive oil an 8-inch (20 cm) nonstick pan until soft.
  • Place potato in a microwaveable dish with salt and water. Cover with plastic wrap and cook for 5 minutes while onion is cooking.
  • Beat 5 eggs with salt and pepper.
  • When soft, drain onions of any excess oil. Put in a bowl with the beaten eggs and drained cooked potato. Stir to mix.
  • Return to the pan with the remaining oil and cook on a medium heat for 5 minutes. As you shake the pan, the omelet should move and stay free from sticking to the pan.
  • Place pan under a preheated grill until browned and cooked through.
  • Turn out onto a plate.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 3 grams

TORTILLA ESPANOLA WITH ROMESCO SAUCE



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Recipes for tortilla Espanola, including this one, call for a generous amount of oil -- but much of it is drained off and doesn't end up in the finished dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 2h45m

Yield Makes 36 small wedges

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound zucchini (about 2 medium), sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 1/4 cups extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (about 6), scrubbed and sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds
1 large Spanish onion (about 1 pound), sliced into 1/8-inch-thick rounds
10 large eggs
1 cup finely grated Parmesan (3 ounces)
1 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup blanched almonds, toasted
1 clove garlic
1 jar (10 ounces) roasted piquillo peppers, drained
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar

Steps:

  • Tortilla: Toss zucchini with salt in a colander set over a bowl. Let drain at least 30 minutes, pressing on zucchini a few times to remove excess moisture.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 cup oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add potatoes and onion; reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally and scraping up browned bits from bottom of pan, until potatoes are tender but not taking on any color, 30 to 35 minutes. Add zucchini and cook, stirring a few times, until tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Transfer potato mixture to colander and let drain 5 minutes, gently stirring occasionally. Whisk together eggs, Parmesan, and basil in a large bowl, then stir in potato mixture.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Wipe skillet clean, making sure to remove any browned bits. Heat remaining 1/4 cup oil in skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add egg mixture and reduce heat to low. Cook, running a flexible spatula around sides occasionally to prevent eggs from sticking, until edges begin to set, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to oven and bake until center is set and edges are golden brown, about 12 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
  • Run a paring knife around edge of tortilla to loosen, then invert onto a wire rack. Using a large spatula or a second wire rack, flip tortilla back over and let cool completely, about 1 hour, before cutting into wedges.
  • Romesco: Pulse almonds and garlic in a food processor until coarsely ground. Add peppers, oil, and vinegar; puree until smooth. Store in refrigerator, covered, until ready to serve, up to 1 day; dollop onto tortilla wedges.

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