Tortilla Espanola (Spanish Omelet)

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In Spain, a tortilla isn't the cornmeal flat bread we think of, but a sort of omelet loaded with onions and peppers. This is a popular item at tapas bars, and an easy dinner to make after an evening of celebrating.

60 minutes Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 45 minutes

447 calories per serving view nutrition facts

4 servings suggest servings

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Ingredients

4	tablespoons	olive oil
2	large	onions	peeled, thinly sliced
2	pounds	potatoes	peeled, thinly sliced
6	large	eggs
1	x	salt	to taste
1	x	black pepper	to taste

Directions

Heat the oil in a large nonstick frying pan.

Saute the onions over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until soft but not brown.

Drain the onions in a colander, reserving 2 tablespoons of the oil from the pan.

Cook the potatoes in boiling water for 4 to 5 minutes and drain in the colander.

Beat the eggs in a large bowl and stir in the onions and potatoes; add salt and pepper to taste.

Heat the reserved oil over high heat in a heavy nonstick pan or a well- seasoned cast iron skillet.

Add the egg mixture and cook for 2 minutes or until the bottom is lightly browned.

Place the pan in a preheated 400-degree oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the egg mixture is set.

Invert the tortilla onto a round platter.

Cut into wedge-shaped slices and serve with a salad.

Reviews

Not bad at all....but the real tortilla española is not baked in oven....sorry just use the pan...and turn the "tortilla" in order to cook it for both sides
5 months ago by Inaida

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 390g

Amount per Serving

Calories 447 42% of calories from fat

	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.0g	32%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	21%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 317mg	106%
Sodium 120mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 53.0g	18%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	21%
Sugars 6.0g
Protein 14.0g	28%

Vitamin A	7%		Vitamin C	37%
Calcium	8%		Iron	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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