Best 10 Spanish Open Faced Omelet Recipes

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**Delight in the Culinary Symphony of Spanish Open-Faced Omelets: A Journey of Taste and Simplicity**

In the heart of Spanish cuisine lies a culinary treasure that celebrates the harmonious blend of eggs, potatoes, and an array of enticing ingredients: the Spanish open-faced omelet, also known as tortilla de patatas. This delectable dish has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide, and its versatility allows for endless variations that cater to diverse palates. Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this beloved dish and present a collection of recipes that showcase its diverse expressions.

From the classic tortilla de patatas featuring the perfect balance of tender potatoes and fluffy eggs, to the innovative tortilla de chorizo bursting with spicy flavors, this article offers a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover the art of creating a traditional tortilla de patatas, where the key lies in achieving the ideal texture and golden-brown crust. Explore the vibrant world of modern interpretations, where chefs infuse unique ingredients such as spinach, roasted peppers, and goat cheese to create culinary masterpieces.

Whether you prefer the simplicity of a classic tortilla or crave the excitement of bold flavor combinations, this article has something for every palate. With step-by-step instructions and insightful tips, you'll be guided through the process of crafting the perfect Spanish open-faced omelet. So, prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors and textures that await you in this exploration of the beloved tortilla de patatas.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

OPEN-FACED OMELET



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This tasty breakfast dish is a snap to make with convenient frozen hash browns. It gets its colorful look and fresh flavor from broccoli, red pepper and green onions. I take this egg dish to all of our church brunches and bring home an empty skillet every time. -Cynthia Hinkle, Front Royal, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
2-1/2 cups egg substitute
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a 9-in. or 10-in. skillet coated with cooking spray, saute the broccoli, red pepper and onions until crisp-tender. Add ham and hash browns. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. , In a bowl, whisk the egg substitute and pepper. Pour over vegetable mixture (mixture should set immediately at edges). , As eggs set, push cooked edges toward the center, letting uncooked portion flow underneath. When the eggs are set; remove from the heat., Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPANISH OMELETTE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: onion, potatoes, olive oil, eggs, salt

Provided by Ellie Holland

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 onion, thinly sliced
3 potatoes, thinly sliced
2 cups olive oil
6 eggs
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Heat up the olive oil in a really hot pan.
  • Thinly slice the onion.
  • Slice the potatoes into 3-millimeters thick pieces.
  • Fry the vegetables in the olive oil over high heat for 10-15 minutes until they caramelize.
  • Drain the vegetables and save the olive oil for later use.
  • Add 6 eggs to a bowl and whisk. Add the fried vegetables, stir, and leave to set for 15-20 minutes.
  • In a nonstick pan, fry the egg mixture over high heat for 1 minute, then reduce to a low heat for 2-4 minutes.
  • Cover the pan with a large plate and carefully turn the omelet out onto the plate.
  • Slide the omelet back into the pan and fry for a further 3-5 minutes over low heat. To check the omelet is cooked, gently press on the centre of the omelet. If the surface springs back, it is ready.
  • Repeat step 8 to remove omelet from the pan.
  • Enjoy!

SPANISH POTATO OMELET



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There's nothing too fancy about this rustic Spanish style omelet, just lots of hearty goodness from crispy fried potatoes and onions. Chopped tomatoes and green onions lend even more flavor and color.

Provided by PATTY5

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Potatoes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup olive oil
½ pound potatoes, thinly sliced
salt and pepper to taste
1 large onion, thinly sliced
4 eggs
salt and pepper to taste
2 tomatoes - peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large frying pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle potatoes lightly with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and crisp.
  • Once the potatoes are golden, stir in the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions soften and begin to brown.
  • Meanwhile, beat eggs together with salt and pepper. Pour eggs into pan and stir gently to combine. Reduce heat to low and cook until eggs begin to brown on the bottom.
  • Loosen bottom of omelet with a spatula, invert a large plate over the pan, and carefully turn the omelet out onto it. Slide the omelet back into the pan with the uncooked side down. Cook until eggs are set. Garnish omelet with tomato and green onion and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 53.6 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

SPANISH POTATO OMELET



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 small onions, sliced
5 small Yukon gold potatoes (1 1/2 pounds), peeled, cut into 1/8-inch-thick rounds
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 large eggs, at room temperature
6 cloves garlic, chopped
6 large pimiento-stuffed olives, thinly sliced or coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley, plus sprigs for garnish
3/4 cup coarsely chopped or crumbled feta (about 3 ounces)
Quick and Easy Romesco Sauce, recipe follows
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, plus sprigs for garnish
One 15-to-16-ounce bottle roasted red bell peppers, drained, juices reserved
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup Marcona almonds or hazelnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, peeled, chopped
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet. Cook the onions until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Add 2/3 cup water and cover the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Scrape the potato mixture into a large bowl and cool, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Wipe out and reserve the skillet. The potato mixture can be made 6 hours ahead. Keep at room temperature.
  • Combine the eggs, garlic, olives, parsley, thyme and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt in another large bowl. Fold in the cheese and the cooled potato mixture.
  • Preheat the broiler. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the same skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Pour in the egg mixture, spreading evenly. Cook, uncovered, until the sides are set and the top edge begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Run a flexible heatproof rubber spatula around the sides of the pan to loosen the omelet. Cover tightly; reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the center is almost set, about 5 minutes.
  • Broil the omelet until the top is fully cooked and begins to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Let the omelet rest for 2 minutes. Loosen the omelet again around the sides and underneath as far as possible. Slide the omelet onto a platter and garnish with parsley and thyme sprigs. Cut into wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature with Quick and Easy Romesco Sauce.
  • Combine the bell peppers, oil, tomato paste, almonds, vinegar, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until the sauce is almost smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally. If the sauce is too thick, blend in the reserved roasted bell pepper juice, 1 teaspoonful at a time, to thin out the sauce. Transfer the sauce to a small bowl. The sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.

TORTILLA ESPANOLA (SPANISH OMELET)



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Provided by Food Network

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Extra-virgin olive oil
5 Idaho potatoes, peeled, thinly sliced on a mandolin, and cut in half moons
1 yellow onion, finely diced
7 eggs (use 9 eggs if the potatoes are large)
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat some oil, enough to cover the potatoes, in a large saute pan over medium-low heat. Add the potatoes and cook, covered, until the potatoes are soft but not crispy, about 10 minutes.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a second saute pan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, without any color, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Once the potatoes and onions are soft, strain into a large bowl and drain off as much oil as possible. Set the oil aside for use in another dish.
  • In another large bowl, crack the eggs and whisk well. Stir in the potato and onion mixture and season with salt.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a nonstick fry pan over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the potato and egg mixture, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook until the eggs are set and the bottom is golden (use a spatula to peak underneath), 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Place a plate over the top of the fry pan large enough to cover the surface and carefully flip over the tortilla. Return the pan to the heat, add a little more oil if necessary, slide the tortilla back into the pan with the golden side facing up, and cook until the opposite side becomes golden, about 5 minutes. Flip back onto the plate, slice, and serve.

OPEN-FACED OMELET WITH ARUGULA SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 to 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
5 cups baby arugula
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
1/2 cup torn roasted red peppers
8 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto, pulled apart into thin strips

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, the vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Add the arugula, olives and roasted red peppers but don't toss yet (you don't want the arugula to wilt). Set aside while you prepare the omelets.
  • Whisk the eggs, milk and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add about 1 teaspoon olive oil, then pour in 1/2 cup of the egg mixture and stir gently with a rubber spatula to distribute the egg in the bottom of the pan. Cook until the eggs are just set but the underside is not brown, about 4 minutes, then slide the omelet onto a plate. Repeat to make 3 more omelets, adding about 1 more teaspoon oil to the skillet between each.
  • Toss the arugula salad, then pile on top of the omelets. Scatter the feta and prosciutto on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361, Fat 27 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 391 milligrams, Sodium 1,061 milligrams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 21 grams

SPANISH OMELET WITH ROMESCO SAUCE



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Provided by Ted Allen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup hazelnuts (with skin)
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1/4 cup roasted almonds
1 slice crusty bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more to taste
1 whole peeled canned tomato
1/4 cup jarred roasted red peppers (preferably piquillos)
1/2 to 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Kosher salt
5 large eggs
Kosher salt
1 scallion, minced
1/2 cup coarsely grated manchego cheese
3 thin slices iberico or serrano ham

Steps:

  • Prepare the sauce: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the hazelnuts on a baking sheet and toast until golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Wrap in a clean towel while still warm and rub to remove the skins.
  • Heat 1/3 cup olive oil in a 9-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the hazelnuts, almonds, bread, garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a food processor; add the tomato, piquillo peppers, vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon salt and pulse, thinning with water as needed. Add salt and red pepper flakes to taste.
  • Make the omelet: Whisk the eggs, a pinch of salt and the scallion in a bowl. Return the skillet to medium heat and drizzle with more oil, if needed. Add the eggs and cook about 3 minutes, loosening the edges with a rubber spatula to allow the uncooked egg to run underneath. Sprinkle with the cheese, then layer the ham and 1/4 cup sauce on one side. Cook until the cheese melts and the eggs set, 2 to 3 more minutes. Fold in half to cover the filling. Serve with more sauce, if desired.

SPANISH OMELET/TORTILLA DE PATATA RECIPE BY TASTY



Spanish Omelet/Tortilla De Patata Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: onion, potatoes, olive oil, eggs, salt

Provided by Dhruv Vohra

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 onion, thinly sliced
3 potatoes, thinly sliced
2 cups olive oil
6 eggs
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Heat up the olive oil in a really hot pan.
  • Thinly slice the onion.
  • Slice the potatoes into 3-millimeters thick pieces.
  • Fry the vegetables in the olive oil over high heat for 10-15 minutes until they caramelize.
  • Drain the vegetables and save the olive oil for later use.
  • Add 6 eggs to a bowl and whisk. Add the fried vegetables, stir, and leave to set for 15-20 minutes.
  • In a nonstick pan, fry the egg mixture over high heat for 1 minute, then reduce to a low heat for 2-4 minutes.
  • Cover the pan with a large plate and carefully turn the omelet out onto the plate.
  • Slide the omelet back into the pan and fry for a further 3-5 minutes over low heat. To check the omelet is cooked, gently press on the centre of the omelet. If the surface springs back, it is ready.
  • Repeat step 8 to remove omelet from the pan.
  • Enjoy!

REAL SPANISH OMELETTE



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Make an omelette inspired by the Catalonian way, a classic dish made simple with only five ingredients

Provided by Mary Cadogan

Categories     Lunch, Supper, Vegetable

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 5

500g new potatoes
1 onion, preferably white
150ml extra-virgin olive oil
3 tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley
6 eggs

Steps:

  • Scrape the new potatoes or leave the skins on, if you prefer. Cut them into thick slices. Chop the onion.
  • Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large frying pan, add the potatoes and onion and stew gently, partially covered, for 30 mins, stirring occasionally until the potatoes are softened. Strain the potatoes and onion through a colander into a large bowl (set the strained oil aside).
  • Beat the eggs separately, then stir into the potatoes with the parsley and plenty of salt and pepper. Heat a little of the strained oil in a smaller pan.
  • Tip everything into the pan and cook on a moderate heat, using a spatula to shape the omelette into a cushion.
  • When almost set, invert on a plate and slide back into the pan and cook a few more minutes.
  • Invert twice more, cooking the omelette briefly each time and pressing the edges to keep the cushion shape. Slide on to a plate and cool for 10 mins before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 43 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

SPANISH OMELET



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Wake up your taste buds with the yummy flavors of warm refried beans, salsa and shredded cheese in 15 minutes flat. Spice it up with a hot salsa, or add sizzling cooked bacon for a smoky twist. -Teresa Gunnell, Lovettsville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 large eggs
1/4 cup water
1 cup refried beans, warmed
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
1/4 cup salsa

Steps:

  • Heat a 10-in. nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Whisk eggs and water. Add half of the egg mixture to skillet (mixture should set immediately at edges)., As eggs set, push cooked edges toward the center, letting uncooked portion flow underneath. When the eggs are set, spoon half of the beans and half of the onion on one side and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese; fold other side over filling. Slide omelet onto a plate. Repeat. Garnish with salsa and remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 26g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 583mg cholesterol, Sodium 944mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality non-stick skillet: This will help prevent the eggs from sticking and make it easier to flip the omelet.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you add too many ingredients, the eggs won't cook evenly. Stick to a single layer of ingredients.
  • Cook the eggs slowly over medium heat: This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
  • Flip the omelet carefully: Use a spatula to gently loosen the edges of the omelet and then flip it over. Don't worry if it breaks a little - it will still taste delicious!
  • Season the omelet to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Spanish open-faced omelets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little practice, you'll be able to make perfect Spanish open-faced omelets every time.

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