Spanish Tortilla (Tortilla de Patatas)

Name: Spanish Tortilla (Tortilla de Patatas)
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: spanish
Ingredients: extra-virgin olive oil; Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced; medium onion, thinly sliced; pink Himalayan salt; large eggs; olive oil

A classic Spanish dish made with simple ingredients, this Tortilla de Patatas features tender potatoes and onions bound together with eggs, creating a deliciously satisfying omelet. Perfect for any meal of the day!

Cuisine:spanish
Diet:vegetarian
Difficulty:medium
Estimated Cost:N/A
Ingredients:6
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Prep time25 min.
Cook time20 min.
Total time45 min.
Servings12

Ingredients

extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups
Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
2 pounds
medium onion, thinly sliced
1
pink Himalayan salt
2 teaspoons, divided
large eggs
6
olive oil
1 teaspoon, or more to taste

Cooking Instructions

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Spanish Tortilla (Tortilla de Patatas).

Step 1
Begin by heating olive oil in a deep stockpot over medium-high heat until it shimmers, which should take about 2 to 4 minutes.
Step 2
Carefully introduce the sliced potatoes and onions into the hot oil, ensuring they are mostly submerged, and season with 1 ½ teaspoons of salt.
Step 3
Stir occasionally as you cook the mixture until the potatoes reach a fork-tender state, which will take approximately 8 to 12 minutes—be cautious not to overcook them.
Step 4
Once tender, drain the potato-onion blend in a colander, reserving the oil for future use or discarding it.
Step 5
Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if needed.
Step 6
In a large bowl, crack the eggs and mix in the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt.
Step 7
Whisk the eggs until they are well combined, then gently fold in the cooled potato-onion mixture until everything is evenly coated.
Step 8
Heat a 10-inch nonstick skillet over high heat and add 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
Step 9
Pour the egg-potato mixture into the skillet, spreading it evenly with a spatula, and cook for 1 minute.
Step 10
Lower the heat to medium-low and continue cooking for about 5 minutes, using a rubber spatula to gently run around the edges to prevent sticking and help shape the tortilla.
Step 11
When the edges begin to firm up and the center remains slightly runny, place a large plate over the skillet.
Step 12
Carefully flip the tortilla onto the plate, then slide it back into the skillet.
Step 13
Press the edges in with the spatula to maintain a rounded shape.
Step 14
Cook over high heat for 1 minute, then reduce to low and let it cook until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean, which should take an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 15
Enjoy the delightful aroma and the satisfying process of creating this classic dish!.

Spanish Tortilla (Tortilla de Patatas)

Recipe Information

Cooking Instructions