Potato Peel Tortilla with Garlic Aioli Recipe

Name: Potato Peel Tortilla with Garlic Aioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 4 cups scrubbed potato peels, chopped into 2-inch pieces; 6 garlic cloves, 3 finely chopped and 3 finely grated; 4 scallions, chopped (1 cup); 1 dozen large eggs; 1/2 teaspoons pimenton de la Vera, plus more for sprinkling; Kosher salt; Pepper; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
4 cups scrubbed potato peels, chopped into 2-inch pieces
6 garlic cloves, 3 finely chopped and 3 finely grated
4 scallions, chopped (1 cup)
1 dozen large eggs
1/2 teaspoons pimenton de la Vera, plus more for sprinkling
Kosher salt
Pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1
Preheat the oven to 450.
2
In a large ovenproof nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil.
3
Add the onion, potato peels, chopped garlic and all but 1/4 cup of the scallions and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy in spots, about 10 minutes.
4
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs with the 1/2 teaspoon of pimenton and add to the skillet.
5
Season with salt and pepper and cook over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until the eggs begin to set around the edges, 3 to 4 minutes.
6
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the tortilla for 6 to 8 minutes, until just set.
7
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the grated garlic, lemon juice and the remaining 6 tablespoons of olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
8
Invert the tortilla onto a large plate.
9
Garnish with the reserved 1/4 cup of scallions and a sprinkling of pimenton and serve with the garlic aioli.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 onion, thinly sliced, 4 cups scrubbed potato peels, chopped into 2-inch pieces, 6 garlic cloves, 3 finely chopped and 3 finely grated, and more.

Yes, Potato Peel Tortilla with Garlic Aioli falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Potato Peel Tortilla with Garlic Aioli

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