Tortilla Española

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Tortilla Española
40 min.
16
132kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests or simply indulge in a delightful bite-sized treat, look no further than Tortilla Española. This traditional Spanish dish, often enjoyed as an appetizer or snack, is not only satisfying but also aligns perfectly with a vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diet. Imagine a beautiful golden tortilla filled with tender Yukon Gold potatoes and sweet, caramelized onions, all bound together by fluffy beaten eggs. The harmonious blend of flavors, along with the subtle hint of truffle salt, makes each bite a true celebration of Spanish cuisine.

Perfectly suitable for gatherings, picnics, or casual snacking, this Tortilla Española serves up to 16 people, making it a fantastic choice for entertaining. With a cooking time of just 40 minutes, you'll find it remarkably simple to prepare yet undeniably decadent. The nutritional profile is impressive, too, boasting only 132 calories per serving, allowing you to enjoy this comforting dish without any guilt.

Join me in recreating this classic dish that is bound to become a favorite at your table. The combination of textures and flavors will leave your taste buds dancing, and the vibrant presentation will invite everyone to dig in. Let’s embark on a culinary adventure that brings a taste of Spain to your home!

Ingredients

  • large eggs beaten to blend
  • tablespoons flat-leaf parsley chopped
  • cups olive oil extra-virgin
  • teaspoon sea salt 
  • medium onion yellow chopped
  • 2.5 lbs yukon gold potatoes peeled cut into 1/2-in. cubes

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Combine potatoes, onion, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a large frying pan over high heat until very hot but not smoking. Spoon potato mixture into oil, spreading evenly. Cook until at least half the potatoes are browned, using a slotted metal spoon to turn potatoes occasionally, 20 minutes.
  3. Set a strainer over a bowl and pour in potatoes; let drain. Reserve 1 tbsp. oil.
  4. Fold eggs into potato mixture in a large bowl. Stir in parsley.
  5. Heat reserved 1 tbsp. oil in a 10-in. nonstick frying pan over medium heat.
  6. Pour egg mixture into pan; spread evenly. Cook, lifting edges to check color. When eggs are medium brown, remove from heat. Set a large plate upside down over pan. Invert tortilla onto plate, then slide back into pan. Cook over medium heat until bottom is browned, about 4 minutes.
  7. Transfer to a plate; cut into wedges.
  8. Note: Nutritional information is per appetizer serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories132kcal
Protein11.63%
Fat48.88%
Carbs39.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.92
Glycemic Load
9.21
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.202608730482%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.1mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.62mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
1.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:132.05kcal
6.6%
Fat:7.26g
11.17%
Saturated Fat:1.35g
8.46%
Carbohydrates:13.19g
4.4%
Net Carbohydrates:11.5g
4.18%
Sugar:0.92g
1.02%
Cholesterol:69.75mg
23.25%
Sodium:176.88mg
7.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.88g
7.77%
Vitamin C:15.14mg
18.35%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.48%
Vitamin K:12.88µg
12.27%
Potassium:337.15mg
9.63%
Selenium:6µg
8.58%
Phosphorus:79.81mg
7.98%
Fiber:1.69g
6.77%
Vitamin E:0.99mg
6.58%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.51%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.19%
Folate:22.22µg
5.55%
Iron:0.96mg
5.32%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.08%
Magnesium:19.49mg
4.87%
Copper:0.09mg
4.68%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.52%
Vitamin B3:0.78mg
3.88%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.1%
Vitamin A:144.93IU
2.9%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.78%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.5%
Calcium:21.42mg
2.14%
Source:My Recipes