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Tortilla Española Pintxo Recipe

Tortilla Española Pintxo Recipe

  • Author: emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Tapas
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Spanish
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Tortilla Española Pintxo is a traditional Spanish dish made primarily with eggs, potatoes, and sometimes onions, known for its simple yet delicious flavor and creamy texture.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 medium potatoes (about 500g), peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion (optional), thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil (60ml)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Toothpicks or small skewers, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes and onions by peeling and slicing them thinly.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add potatoes and onions, and cook gently until tender (15-20 minutes).
  3. While the potatoes cool, beat the eggs in a large mixing bowl with a pinch of salt.
  4. Fold the cooled potatoes into the beaten eggs until evenly coated.
  5. Cook the tortilla in a clean skillet over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes, then flip and cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let the tortilla cool slightly, slice into wedges, and serve as pintxos garnished with parsley.

Notes

  • Overcooking the potatoes can make them mushy.
  • Use medium-low heat for even cooking.
  • Beat the eggs well for a fluffy texture.
  • Allow potatoes to cool before mixing with eggs.
  • Flip the tortilla carefully to avoid breaking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: Tortilla Española, Pintxo, Spanish omelet, tapas, traditional Spanish dish