RCI-EG.001.0072.001
Tortilla española
A , or Spanish omelette, is a mixture of fried potatoes and onions set in eggs, fried to make a dish somewhat akin to a quiche which may be eaten like a pizza.
Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total40 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp
- 1 unit
- 6 medium
- 1 unit
- 6 large
Method
1
Heat the garlic and a small amount of oil in a ten inch frying pan until garlic is browned.
3 minutes
2
Add the rest of the oil and heat to about 375 degrees Fahrenheit (200c).
2 minutes
3
Cube or slice the potatoes and coarsely chop the onion; add to hot oil and fry until brown.
12 minutes
4
Strain the potatoes, onions, and garlic and reserve about two tablespoons of oil.
2 minutes
5
Beat eggs in a separate bowl.
2 minutes
6
Add potatoes, onions, and garlic to beaten eggs and allow to sit for about 15 minutes.
15 minutes
7
Put reserved tablespoons of oil in original ten inch frying pan and place over low-medium heat.
2 minutes
8
Add egg/potato/onion/garlic mixture to frying pan; fry, lifting up edges of tortilla española to allow uncooked egg to run underneath and cook.
8 minutes
9
Serve after cooked as a pizza with your choice of toppings: salsa, sour cream, shredded cheese, chives, etc., are all very good choices.
2 minutes