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Tortilla Española

Spanish · Mediterranean Top Pick STOVETOP
9/10

Thick potato and onion omelette — Spain's national dish.

Eggs Small Plate & Appetizer Home Cook Friendly N Nut-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

Slow-cooking potatoes in olive oil (confit) makes them creamy; flipping the tortilla is the skill test.

Key Ingredients

eggs potatoes onion olive oil salt

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