Spanish Tortilla
Learn to make an authentic Spanish tortilla, with this super simple recipe with just 3 ingredients!
Servings Prep Time
4-6servings 10minutes
Cook Time
45minutes
Servings Prep Time
4-6servings 10minutes
Cook Time
45minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Cut the potatoes into thick, stick-like slices, similar to a chunky french fry.
  2. Place a large frying pan over a medium heat, and add the virgin olive oil.
  3. Add the potatoes to the pan, and cook until soft and on the point of breaking apart.
  4. Using a slotted spoon, remove the potatoes from the pan, and drain the oil. Keep the oil to use for your next tortilla! Most Spanish households will reuse the same oil at least twice. You will, however, lose flavour with each re-use.
  5. Add the potato to the beaten eggs, and let stand for about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Place a fresh, medium-sized frying pan over a medium heat and add the extra-virgin olive oil. When hot, add the beaten egg and potato mixture. Cook until the base and centre begin to look firm and set.
  7. Take a flat plate and place over the top of the pan, so that the entire mixture is covered. Using both hands, flip the pan and the plate together, so that the tortilla falls onto the plate. Slide it back into the pan (including any free-run juices) so that the previously uncooked top is now on the base of the frying pan. Cook until the tortilla is springy to the touch, and serve immediately!