TORTILLA ESPANOLA (SPANISH OMELET)

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In Mexico, the word tortilla has two meanings. One is the more familar corn or flour flat bread, and the other means omelet. Serve this omelet with a stack of the former, warmed in the oven while the omelet cooks.

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large potatoes, peeled and finely chopped (3 cups)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup diced cooked ham
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed dried chile pequins or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 tablespoons cooking oil
6 beaten eggs
1/3 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine potatoes, onion, the 3/4 teaspoon salt, crushed chilies and ham.
  • Heat oil in a 10 inch ovenware skillet.
  • Add potatoe and ham mixture to skillet.
  • Cover and cook over med heat 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Combine eggs, milk, 1/2 t. salt and pepper.
  • Pour over potatoes and ham in skillet.
  • Reduce heat and cook over low heat 8 to 10 minutes or until eggs are nearly set.
  • Uncover skillet and place under broiler 3 to 4 inches from heat 2 to 3 minutes or just until top is set.

Brian English
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Can't wait to try this!


Adem ibrahim
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This recipe is a keeper!


Eleyna Lopez
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Will definitely make again.


md safaet
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A new favorite!


Or Jok
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So easy to make and so tasty!


Annemarie Kearney
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This tortilla española was delicious! I especially loved the crispy edges.


md sagor hossen
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I had a hard time flipping the tortilla española without breaking it. I think I need more practice.


arkan sharif
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This tortilla española was a little too oily for my taste. I think I'll try using less oil next time.


Khaby Lame
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes.


Coffee Bean
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This is the best tortilla española recipe I've tried. It's so simple, yet so flavorful.


Notun kicur Ashay
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I've made this tortilla española several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.


Nahib Mirza
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This tortilla española was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about how flavorful and moist it was. I'll definitely be making this again.