Description
Tortilla Española – the classic Spanish potato omelette – is a simple, but incredibly flavorful dish that combines thinly sliced potatoes, sautéed vegetables, and eggs. This version also includes delicious sweet peppers.
Ingredients
4 red or Yukon gold potatoes
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided (60 ml)
2 shallots, thinly sliced
4 sweet mini peppers, thinly sliced
6 eggs
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or your favorite herbs, for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Potatoes:
- Peel the potatoes and slice them into even, medium-thin rounds using a mandoline or slicer for consistency.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil on top. Toss the potato slices in the oil to coat, arranging them in a single layer if possible. Sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake the potatoes for 15-20 minutes on the middle rack of the oven, until they are tender but not crispy.
3. Cook the Vegetables:
- While the potatoes bake, thinly slice the shallots and sweet mini peppers into even rings. Remove the seeds and stems from the peppers.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe, non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the shallots and peppers to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender but not browned. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
4. Add the Potatoes to the Skillet:
- Once the potatoes are done, add them to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Spread everything out evenly and press down gently with a spatula. Let it cook for 2 minutes over medium-low heat.
5. Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the egg mixture over the potatoes and vegetables in the skillet. Use a spatula to gently nudge the vegetables, allowing the egg to seep into the gaps and cover everything evenly.
6. Bake the Tortilla:
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes on the top rack, or until the eggs are set but the top is not too browned. Check the tortilla at the 8-minute mark for doneness.
7. Flip and Serve:
- Once done, remove the skillet from the oven and run a spatula along the edges and underneath the tortilla to ensure it’s not sticking.
- Place a large plate over the top of the skillet, and with oven mitts, carefully flip the skillet over so the tortilla releases onto the plate.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or herbs of your choice. Slice and serve warm, or refrigerate for later.
Notes
Potato Slicing: Using a mandoline ensures uniform slices that cook evenly.
Vegetable Substitutions: Feel free to use other veggies like bell peppers or onions in place of sweet mini peppers.
Skillet Tip: A non-stick, oven-safe skillet is essential for this recipe to prevent sticking.
Storing: Tortilla Española can be served warm or at room temperature and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the tortilla
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 110g