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Crispy Classic Spanish Tortilla

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A nostalgic and crispy Spanish tortilla with golden edges and a tender potato and onion center, perfect for any occasion and easy to make in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 1 pound)
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced (yellow or sweet onion)
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: handful of chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes and onion to about 1/8-inch thickness. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat 1/2 cup olive oil in a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and onions gently and cook slowly for 15-20 minutes until tender and translucent, seasoning with salt and pepper during cooking.
  3. Using a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes and onions to a colander or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Reserve the oil.
  4. Beat the eggs in a large bowl until smooth and slightly frothy. Stir in the warm potatoes and onions gently. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of the reserved olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture and cook for 4-5 minutes until edges set and bottom is golden and crisp. Loosen edges with a spatula, cover with a large plate, and flip the tortilla onto it. Slide tortilla back into the pan, uncooked side down, and cook 3-4 more minutes until fully set and golden. Let rest before slicing.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better binding and fluffiness. Cook potatoes and onions slowly over medium or medium-low heat to avoid sogginess. Drain excess oil well. If flipping is difficult, finish cooking the tortilla in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes. Let the tortilla rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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Keywords: Spanish tortilla, classic tortilla, crispy tortilla, potato omelette, easy Spanish recipe, gluten-free, vegetarian

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