Spanish Omelette

"A simple recipe for what is, simply, a classic Spanish meal."

A Spanish omelette is a dish greatly associated with the country. It can be eaten as the main course, with salad or with tapas.

Delicious and simple to put together - this recipe oozes the best of the Spanish cuisine.

Learn how to make Spanish omelette:

• 6 whole eggs
• 4 large potatoes (peeled and finely sliced)
• 1 Spanish onion (finely chopped)
• 1 small green pepper (again finely chopped)
• 300 mils of olive oil
• Seasoning of your choice

 

METHOD:

1. Heat the olive oil in a heavy-bottomed non-stick frying pan. Fry the potatoes gently for about 10 minutes until they begin to soften.
2. Add the chopped onion and green pepper and cook for a further four minutes.
3. Using a large sieve, strain the potatoes. Mix the eggs in a clean bowl and add the potatoes.
4. Season to taste.
5. Then heat a spoonful of the olive oil in a frying pan and add the egg mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon and cook until golden brown on the bottom.
6. Place a large saucepan lid over the mixture and carefully turn the tortilla over.
7. Return to the frying pan and cook slowly until the tortilla is firm in the middle.
8. Slide the tortilla on to a large plate. Leave the tortilla to rest for 10 minutes before serving.