Omelets are a classic breakfast dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. This potato, onion, and egg omelet is a hearty and flavorful variation that is perfect for a weekend brunch or a quick weeknight meal. The combination of fluffy eggs, crispy potatoes, and caramelized onions is simply irresistible. This recipe also includes instructions for making a vegetarian version of the omelet, as well as a gluten-free version. So whether you're looking for a traditional omelet or something a little different, this recipe has you covered.
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SPANISH-STYLE POTATO AND ONION FRITTATA
Spain has one of my favorite omelets made from potatoes, cheese and onions called a "tortilla." Not to be confused with a Mexican tortilla, a Spanish tortilla is like the perfect mash-up of a baked potato and scrambled eggs. The Spanish serve it like an appetizer, but I love making it into an omelet. The key is to season every layer with salt and pepper at each stage. Small yellow potatoes are a bit more work to peel and dice, but they're sweeter than larger russet potatoes.
Provided by Jet Tila
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven in broiler mode and place a rack 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30.5 centimeters) below the heating element.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl and add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of pepper and 1/4 cup (25 grams) of the Parmesan cheese.
- Place the peeled and diced potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl, then toss with 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) of the olive oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 6 to 9 minutes total, or until fork tender.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) of olive oil and the butter over medium heat in a heavy 10-inch (25-centimeter) omelet pan. Add the onion and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until tender but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add the potatoes to the pan and toss gently so that the potatoes don't break apart. Season the mixture with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Pour the reserved egg mixture into the pan over the potatoes and onions. Shake the pan gently while you lift the edges of the frittata; repeat until the eggs start to set, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn the stove to low and sprinkle the mozzarella and remaining 1/4 cup (25 grams) of Parmesan over the top of the frittata.
- Once the frittata is mostly set, place the pan under the broiler for a minute or two to lightly brown the cheese. Remove from the heat and let the tortilla rest for at least 5 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve with some sour cream, if desired.
POTATO-ONION FRITTATA
This substantial frittata is an all-in-one breakfast that includes eggs, potatoes, and sharp cheddar cheese.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a medium saucepan, and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until tender when pierced with a sharp knife, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain; let cool. Peel, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat oil in an ovenproof 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook onions until just translucent, about 2 minutes. Add potatoes, and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions and potatoes are golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix together cheddar and eggs. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium. Pour egg mixture into skillet. Dollop with sour cream, and swirl into egg mixture using the tip of a knife. Cook until edge is set, about 2 minutes. Carefully transfer skillet to oven, and bake until eggs are completely set, 10 to 12 minutes. Invert frittata onto a plate. Let cool slightly. Serve warm.
POTATO, ONION & EGG OMELET (FRITTATA)
My mom made these quite often because they were cheap, quick and had a protein, veggie, and starch, and because we kids loved them smothered with ketchup. Today they are known as frittatas but no matter what they're called, I call them Yummy!
Provided by Donna Graffagnino
Categories Other Breakfast
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. In large deep skillet, saute onions for about 5 minutes.
- 2. Add sliced or diced potatoes and continue to saute until potatoes are nearly tender.until tender and opaque.
- 3. Add salt and pepper to beaten eggs and pour over potatoes & onion mixture. If desired add crumbled bacon. Stir gently and swirl the pan so that the uncooked egg gets around all the sides, poke a few holes in the potato mixture to let the egg mixture reach to the bottom of the skillet. Don't overstir.
- 4. Cover, and reduce heat to lowest setting. Let cook until egg is almost completely set. Remove from heat and cover again - let sit for about 5 minutes. Egg mixture should be firm.
- 5. Slice into wedges and serve while warm. Add additional salt & pepper if needed.
- 6. OPTIONS: Add any ingredient that you like such as sliced bell pepper, sliced mushrooms, diced ham, top with grated cheddar cheese, etc. NOTES: My husband prefers his topped with butter, I like mine just the way I did as a kid, smothered in ketchup!
- 7. NOW, here's where this simple recipe can get amazing. Add grated cheese (your choice) to the top of the omelet after the eggs begin to set. Add your favorite salsa or picante sauce to the top just before the eggs are set, cover and heat through. Add crumbled bacon to the egg mixture and use 3 T reserved bacon grease, instead of margarine to saute the potatoes and onions. Use your imagination and add ingredients you enjoy. Here are other delicious toppings that I've used and added into the scrambled eggs or before the omelet is finished - use individually or together: Fresh Herbs - chives, rosemary, tarragon, basil, dill, fennel, sage, parsley or cilantro, sliced green onion, diced bell pepper - add along with potatoes and sliced onions, diced or sliced tomatoes, breakfast sausage -browned - and drained, chorizo, andouille, ham chunks, crumbled bacon, sliced mushrooms
POTATO AND ONION FRITTATA
This dish is based on the classic omelet of Spain, tortilla española. In the authentic dish, the potatoes are fried, and most recipes call for copious amounts of oil. In this version, I steam the potatoes to cut down on oil and use a waxier variety of potato with a lower glycemic index. Waxier potatoes also have a better texture when steamed instead of fried.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, lunch, weekday, appetizer, side dish
Time 8m
Yield Serves 10 as a tapa
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Steam the potatoes until tender, about eight minutes, and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat in a heavy 10-inch nonstick skillet, and add the onions and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until tender but not browned, about five minutes. Add the potatoes to the pan, and toss together gently so that the potatoes don't break apart. Season generously with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl, and add 1/2 teaspoon salt and a generous amount of freshly ground pepper. Stir in the potatoes and onions.
- Return the pan to the stove, and heat the remaining olive oil over medium-high heat. Drizzle in a drop of egg; when it sizzles and cooks at once, scrape the eggs and vegetables back into the pan. Shake the pan gently while you lift the edges of the frittata, and tilt the pan to let egg run underneath and set. When the bottom of the frittata has set, turn the heat to low and cover the pan. Cook gently for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the broiler.
- Uncover the pan, and slide under the broiler for a minute or two (watch closely) to set the top. Remove from the heat. Let the tortilla set in the pan for a few minutes, then slide out onto a serving plate. Allow to cool to room temperature, and cut into small diamonds to serve as hors d'oeuvres.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 107, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 211 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
DENVER OMELET FRITTATA
This frittata is filled with the classic ingredients of a Denver omelet-peppers, onion and ham-along with potatoes to make it hearty. It's the perfect brunch dish to serve company after church or another early outing. -Connie Eaton, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 3h25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Layer two 24-in. pieces of aluminum foil; starting with a long side, fold foil to create a 1-in.-wide strip. Shape strip into a coil to make a rack for bottom of a 6-qt. oval slow cooker. Add water to slow cooker; set foil rack in water., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add potato and onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until potato is lightly browned. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish (dish must fit in slow cooker)., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, pepper sauce, salt and pepper; stir in ham, green pepper and 1/2 cup cheese. Pour over potato mixture. Top with remaining cheese. Place dish on foil rack., Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until eggs are set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 407mg cholesterol, Sodium 726mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
POTATO AND ONION OMELETTE
Make and share this Potato and Onion Omelette recipe from Food.com.
Provided by FloridaGrl
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 1 omelette, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil in 9 inch omelette pan. Fry garlic until golden and discard. Add potato slices and cook over medium heat. Add onions after 5 minutes; cook until potatoes are tender. Lift and turn potatoes and onions as they cook.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs with a fork or wire whisk until slightly foamy; add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add potatoes and onions to eggs, draining with a slotted spoon before you add them. Return egg and potato mixture to same skillet, adding more oil if necessary so that eggs will not stick. Spread evenly and cook over medium heat, shaking pan.
- When eggs leave sides of pan, invert a plate over the pan and flip omelette onto plate. Slide omelette back into pan to brown other side. Repeat this process one more time.
- Serve hot or at room temperature on a round china or glass plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 651, Fat 34.8, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 317.2, Sodium 129.1, Carbohydrate 69.3, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 5.1, Protein 17.3
POTATO AND ONION FRITTATA
A frittata can be served at any temperature; warm, room temperature or even cold. This makes an ideal do-ahead dish for almost any occasion. From wanigan.com
Provided by FrVanilla
Categories Breakfast
Time 11m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place potatoes in medium saucepan with enough water to cover by one inch. Bring to a boil, then gently boil potatoes, until tender when pierced with knife, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and let cool. Peel and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
- Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. Add cheese, parsley, salt and pepper, and whisk until blended.
- Preheat oven to 350°F In large ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until lightly golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, 1 minute. Add butter and reduce heat to medium-low. Add potatoes and mix. Slowly pour eggs into pan; do not stir. Cook, undisturbed, 2 minutes.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake until eggs are cooked through, 15 to 18 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit 2 minutes, then loosen with spatula and slide onto serving plate. Let cool 5 minutes before slicing.
Tips:
- For a crispier omelet, cook it over medium-high heat and don't overcook it.
- To make sure the eggs are cooked evenly, stir them frequently while they are cooking.
- If you are using a nonstick skillet, you don't need to add any oil or butter.
- If you are using a regular skillet, add a little oil or butter to prevent the eggs from sticking.
- Be careful not to overcook the potatoes or onions, as they should still have a little bit of crunch.
- Season the omelet to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices.
- Serve the omelet immediately with your favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
This potato, onion, and egg omelet is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast, lunch, or dinner option. It is packed with protein, vegetables, and flavor. The omelet can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables, cheeses, or meats. It is also a great way to use up leftover potatoes and onions. With its simple ingredients and quick cooking time, this omelet is sure to become a family favorite. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this potato, onion, and egg omelet a try.
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