The potato omelet is the most popular dish in our country, and it's no wonder, as it's truly delicious. A good omelet is firm on the outside and juicy on the inside, with a creamy interior and exceptional flavor.
If you've always been afraid of making an omelet at home, you've come to the right place: here we'll teach you all the tricks to get a perfect omelet on the first try. Forget nonstick pans and tortilla turners; all you need for a great omelet is piping hot oil.
There's always been a debate about whether or not an authentic tortilla should include onion. What's clear is that everything tastes better with onion, so we always include it. But don't worry, if you prefer an onion tortilla, this recipe will be delicious even without it.
If you like traditional recipes, our website teaches you how to make delicious green beans with mashed potatoes , a super creamy salmorejo , delicious chicken cannelloni , or exquisite baked sea bass . We also have tapas recipes like garlic shrimp , patatas bravas , and a delicious escalivada .
Learn how to make the perfect potato omelet by following our step-by-step recipe!
Index
- 1 Necessary ingredients
- 2 How to prepare Oriol Casals's potato omelette
- 3 How to prevent the potato omelette from sticking?
- 4 How to make a juicy potato omelet?
- 5 Does the traditional potato omelette have onion?
- 6 Ingredients
- 7 Instructions
Necessary ingredients
How to prepare Oriol Casals's potato omelette
Peel and julienne the onions.
Sauté the onion until golden brown. You can add a little water to prevent it from burning.
Cut the potato into even pieces.
Check that the oil is very hot.
Fry the potato until golden brown, adding a pinch of salt.
Beat the eggs.
Add the well-drained potato and onion to the beaten eggs and let the mixture rest for 5 minutes.
When the pan is VERY HOT, add the oil and batter. Spread the mixture evenly and flatten with a wooden spatula.
As soon as it's loose, after just a minute, turn it over and put more oil in the pan.
Return the tortilla to the pan and quickly shape it by tucking in the edges.
Remove from the pan as soon as you've shaped it. One minute is enough if you want it to remain juicy inside.
Enjoy the perfect tortilla!
How to prevent a potato omelet from sticking?
A good frying pan is important to prevent the tortilla from sticking, but it's not the only requirement. The best trick to prevent the tortilla from sticking is to wait until the pan is very hot before adding the oil. Make sure the oil covers the base of the pan well and only then pour in the mixture. Flatten it with a spatula and let it form a crust for 1 minute before trying to remove it from the pan.
How to make a juicy potato omelet?
The key to a juicy tortilla is how quickly you cook it in the pan. Make sure the heat is very high so a crust forms quickly, and turn it over after just a minute. Since the potatoes are already fried, the tortilla only needs a couple of minutes in the pan to cook.
Does the traditional potato omelette have onion?
Tortillas with and without onion have existed since the beginning of time, and the truth is, no one can agree on which came first. So it's as easy as making the version you like best and don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
Servings 4
- Amount per serving
- % Daily Value *
- Saturated Fat 2.2 g12 %
- Fiber 4.6 g19 %
- Sugars 4.9 g
- Calcium 65 %
- Iron 2 %
- Vitamin D 19 %
*Percent daily values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
