Tortilla Espa Ola

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Tortilla Española, also known as Spanish omelette or tortilla de patatas, is a traditional dish in Spanish cuisine. It is a simple yet delicious dish made with just a few ingredients: potatoes, onions, eggs, and olive oil.

Here's a detailed explanation of how to make a Tortilla Española:

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the sliced potatoes and onions to the pan. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are soft and cooked through. Be careful not to brown the potatoes or onions.

2. While the potatoes and onions are cooking, beat the eggs in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.

3. Using a slotted spoon, remove the potatoes and onions from the pan and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate. Keep the oil in the pan for frying the tortilla.

4. Add the drained potatoes and onions to the beaten eggs and stir to combine.

5. Wipe out the pan with a paper towel and heat a tablespoon of the reserved oil over medium heat. Pour in the egg, potato, and onion mixture, spreading it out evenly in the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the bottom is set and lightly browned.

6. Carefully flip the tortilla over by covering the pan with a large plate, holding the plate tightly against the pan, and then flipping the pan over so the tortilla falls onto the plate.

7. Slide the tortilla back into the pan with the uncooked side down and cook for another 5 minutes, until set and lightly browned.

8. Slide the tortilla onto a plate and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tortilla Española is a versatile dish that can be served hot or at room temperature. It can be eaten for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and is often served as a tapa (appetizer) in Spain. It can be eaten on its own or accompanied by a salad or bread. Enjoy your Tortilla Española!