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Spanish Omelette with Cheese

Spanish Omelette with Cheese | Tortilla de Patatas con Queso

Course Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine Spanish
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 349 kcal
Author Albert Bevia @ Spain on a Fork

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 120 ml
  • 2 onions
  • 3 potatoes 1.5 lbs / 750 grams
  • 6 cage-free organic eggs
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 8 grams
  • 1/2 lbs manchego cheese 450 grams
  • sea salt & black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat a large fry pan with a medium heat and add in the olive oil (I used a 12 inch / 30 cm nonstick pan)

  2. In the meantime, cut the potatoes (peeled) into small 1/4 inch (.625 cm) thick bite-sized pieces, finely chop the onions

  3. Add the chopped onions into the hot fry pan, mix continuously, after 3 to 4 minutes and the onions are lightly translucent, add in the chopped potatoes, mix together, then mix every 3 to 4 minutes so everything evenly fries

  4. Meanwhile, crack the eggs into a large bowl, add in the chopped parsley and season with sea salt & black pepper, whisk together, slice the block of cheese into 1/4 inch (.625 cm) thick slices, about 7 to 8 slices will do

  5. After 20 to 25 minutes and the potatoes are golden fried, season with sea salt & black pepper, mix together, then remove from the heat, transfer everything into the bowl with the whisked eggs, making sure to reserve any olive oil in the pan, mix together and set aside

  6. Heat the same fry pan with a low-medium heat, add in more olive oil or remove some if needed, you want about 1 tbsp (15 ml) in the pan

  7. After 3 to 4 minutes add in half of the potato and egg mixture, make sure to spread it around so it covers the entire surface, add the slices of cheese, all in a single layer, pour the rest of the egg and potato mixture, again making sure to cover the entire surface and in a flat layer

  8. After 4 to 5 minutes it's time to flip the omelette, place a plate that is slightly smaller than the pan over the omelette, in one swift move flip the pan into the plate, then slide the omelette back into the pan, gently push down on the omelette and then compact it from the outer edges towards the center, this is what gives it that classic rounded edge

  9. Once the eggs are fully cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes per side, remove the pan from the heat, slide the omelette into a serving dish, serve warm, at room temperature or even chilled, enjoy!

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts
Spanish Omelette with Cheese | Tortilla de Patatas con Queso
Amount Per Serving
Calories 349 Calories from Fat 243
% Daily Value*
Fat 27g42%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Cholesterol 153mg51%
Sodium 225mg10%
Potassium 360mg10%
Carbohydrates 14g5%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 420IU8%
Vitamin C 16mg19%
Calcium 337mg34%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.