Tortilla Española

Tortilla Española

Spanish · Recipe

Tortilla Española is a story-rich Spanish starter that opens the meal with clear regional flavour, simple presentation and a strong sense of place.

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About this dish

Spanish cuisine

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 500g potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • Olive oil
  • Salt

Description

Tortilla Española is more than a starter: it is a route into regional Spanish cooking, from tapas bars and market food to saffron rice and festival tables. The dish is built around olive oil, garlic, paprika, eggs, seafood, rice and preserved meats, giving it a flavour that feels both practical and deeply connected to its origin. It works especially well for sharing meals, warm evenings and bold, sociable menus, and it gives readers a clear way to understand how ingredients, technique and food history meet on the plate. Hearty and versatile, the tortilla española is a national treasure served hot or cold, day or night.

Instructions

  1. Fry potatoes and onion in olive oil until soft.
  2. Drain and mix with beaten eggs.
  3. Cook in a non-stick pan until set, flip and cook the other side.
  4. Cool slightly and slice into wedges.