Tortilla Española (Spanish Egg and Potato Omelette) Recipe

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A classic Spanish omelette made of egg, potato, and onion cooked in olive oil.

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How to Make Tortilla Española (Spanish Egg and Potato Omelette)

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Pre-seasoning the eggs with salt helps them retain moisture during cooking.

Gently cooking the potato and onion in ample olive oil develops a silky-smooth texture that helps create the perfect tortilla española.

Flipping the tortilla ensures a creamy, dense center.

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