Spanish Egg Tortilla Recipe

Name: Spanish Egg Tortilla
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Spicy Tomato Sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Tortilla; 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 (4 ounce) red potatoes, cooked and thinly sliced; 4 eggs, beaten; 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt; fresh ground pepper; 3/4 cup shredded gruyere cheese; chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

Spicy Tomato Sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Tortilla
1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (4 ounce) red potatoes, cooked and thinly sliced
4 eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
fresh ground pepper
3/4 cup shredded gruyere cheese
chopped fresh parsley

1
Spicy Tomato Sauce: Heat oil in a small saucepan. Add onion and garlic; cook over medium heat for 10 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and red pepper; cover and cook for 20 minutes more. Let cool slightly, then puree in a blender or food processor; transfer to a serving bowl.
2
Tortilla: Heat oil in a 7- or 8-inch skillet. Add onions and cook over low heat for 10 minutes; add potatoes to skillet.
3
Season eggs with garlic salt and pepper; stir in cheese and add to skillet. Let cook for a few minutes, then carefully lift edges and tilt skillet so uncooked egg can run underneath. When eggs are almost set, carefully slide onto a plate. Cover with skillet and invert eggs back into skillet. Cook for a few minutes more or until cooked through.
4
Sprinkle with parsley and cut into wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature.
5
This dish is also great when wedges are topped with small spoonfuls of Spicy Tomato Sauce.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Spicy Tomato Sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup chopped onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Spanish Egg Tortilla 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spanish Egg Tortilla

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Variations & substitutions

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