Hi! I’m back from my short holyday in Paris. I had a wonderful time, despite the weather… I walked a lot and ate a bit too much, but hey! It was France, what was I supposed to do?
Anyway, I left with a French recipe and I come back with a Spanish tapa. This is like one of the most popular dishes in Spain.
For me, a real Spanish tortilla only has eggs, potatoes and onion, that’s it. Some people don’t like onion and that’s ok too, you can take those out, it still will be right. But that’s just me, you may add other things if you like, courgettes, aubergines, peas, chorizo…bearing in mind that you have to try it at least once without any additions.
Ok, that said it seems a little silly from me to give you any recipe, because it is really simple and there are lots of recipes on Internet already. But I have to write something to accompany the photographs, right?
The quantities here are for a big or medium tortilla, for 5 or six people if you are having it for lunch or dinner with a salad. But if you are going for the tapa approach (that is, cut into bite-size pieces and serve with bread) then you’ll have enough for a small gathering of friends.
Ingredients
- 6 or 8 large eggs
- 500-600 g potatoes
- 1 small onion
- Olive oil
- Salt
Directions
Wash, peel and cut the potatoes into thin slices. This is a good moment to use that mandoline. Peel and slice the onion.
Heat olive oil in a pan, (enough to cover the potatoes) and fry the potatoes together with the sliced onion at a moderate temperature until they are soft, but not brown. Remove and drain over paper towels, then mix with the beaten eggs. Add salt to taste.
Remove the excess oil from the pan or use another one with just a thin layer of oil in it. Pour the mixture and fry slowly at a medium- low temperature on one side.
It doesn’t take long; when you see that it is set on one side and starting to set on top is time to flip it over. This may seems tricky, but you just need a dish bigger than the pan or a flat lid. Put it on top and flip with a quick and steady movement.
Now slid carefully back into the pan to finish cooking and allow it to set for a few more minutes. Some people like their tortilla to be a little runny, but I like it well done and firm, so the cooking time is up to you.
I hope you enjoy this recipe and let me know how you like it better, with or without onions. Do you like other veggies in it?
For other recipes of tortilla de patatas you can go to Chica Andaluza or Hot cheap & easy, theirs are great.
Have a nice day!
Me encante la tortilla Española, pero yo siempre añadir un montón de ajo.
Hola MD! Si, la verdad es que es un plato perfecto. Seguro que también está buena con ajo 😉
Looks delicious, glad you had a lovely time in Paris! 🙂
Thanks April! 🙂
A perfect tortilla – a veces me gusta con cebolla picada, y a veces sin! Bienvenido a casa. Nos vamos otra vez mañana para Inglaterra….
Muchas gracias Tanya! Espero que mejore el tiempo pronto por tu tierra 😉
A great brunch idea!
I agree, there are some things that should be kept simple. You can always add the chorizo on the side, the spiciness and flavors of the meat will not be blanketed by eggs, potatoes, tortillas.
Thank you! I’m glad you agree 🙂
I love the simple version. That’s a tortilla. I always feel that the additions make it a “Spanish omelette” which is about as English as you can get. A bit like Tikka Masala:)
Hi Roger! Hehe, thanks for your comment 🙂
Welcome home, Giovanna! Great to have you back and sharing more recipes. Today’s is so easy to make and I bet delicious, too.
Hi John! Is good to be back 🙂 I’m trying to pick up the rhythm again…
WOW! Paris…. One of the most romantic cities in the world. 🙂 Welcome back dear Giovanna, your recipe is amazing and seems so delicious too. I am sure I would love it. Thank you, love, nia
Hi dear Nia! Yes, I love Paris, is wonderful 🙂 Thank you for your nice comment. I’m trying to get back in the rhythm and start blogging and commenting more often… wish me luck 😉 !
Glad you enjoyed your holiday!
I love Spanish tapas! Yum!
Thanks Fergie! 🙂
Pleased to hear you had a great time in Paris. The tortilla looks delicious. Super photo.
Regards Florence x
Hi Florence! Thanks for your comment 🙂
Welcome home and thanks for the recipe 🙂
Thank you Tandy! Is good to be back 🙂
ummm deliciosa. A mi me encanta cuando está poco hecha en el centro 😉
Jeje, gracias Oso 😉 Si, a mi marido también le gusta así… Gracias por comentar
That looks absolutely delicious my friend 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Hi! Thanks, I’m glad you like it 🙂
Cheers
BJB
One of my favorite things to eat…and yours looks terrific. Welcome home.
Hi Karen! Thanks a lot for comment 🙂 I like it because is easy and fast to cook 😉
you make it all look so simple.. lovely, we eat this sometimes, my children love it, i only ever add peas! c
But it is simple! 😉 I bet yours is delicious. Thanks for stopping by 🙂
This looks heavenly! Welcome back from Paris!!
Hi Barbara! Thanks and welcome back to you from your Lara Croft adventure 😉
Hahaha!! By the end I felt like Lara!
Looks and sounds amazing!!!
Thanks! 🙂
French inspired Spanish Tapas, I’m loving it. I think I would love this any time of the day. Take care, BAM
Hi Bam! Thanks for your comment 🙂 We love tortilla and yes, this something you can eat at any time 😉
G
Simple, yet delicious!
Hi Adrian! How are you? Thanks for the comment 🙂
Oh, I’m good, thanks. Enjoyed your sojourn to Paris?
Yes, it was wonderful! A bit of rain, but that’s not important when you are in Paris 😉 Are you going to blog again, soon?
Topped with some grated cheese and ‘shadon beni’…*mouth…watering*…
Hi! That’s a great idea. Thanks a lot for your comment 🙂
Reblogged this on Hot, Cheap & Easy and commented:
This is a lovely Spanish tortilla recipe from one of my favorite bloggers, Giovanna @ Blue Jellybeans!