Citric Acid Free Spanish Tortilla Española
Few dishes are as deeply satisfying as a thick, golden wedge of Spanish egg and potato cake, and this one delivers that rustic, comforting payoff with nothing but pantry staples. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, this recipe is a genuine find — every single ingredient is naturally free of the additive, with no packaged sauces, seasoning blends, or preservative-laden shortcuts in sight. Yukon Gold potatoes are the secret weapon here, turning silky and almost buttery after a slow, gentle simmer in good olive oil alongside sweet yellow onion. The eggs bind everything into a custardy, cohesive round that's rich without being heavy, and the optional parsley adds a fresh, herby lift at the end. The flip is the one moment that requires a little nerve, but the instructions walk you through it clearly, and the result looks genuinely impressive on a cutting board. It's equally good warm from the pan or served at room temperature, which makes it perfect for a relaxed brunch or a simple weeknight dinner with a green salad alongside.
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4 servings
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ lb yukon gold potatoes, peeled and sliced ⅛-inch thick
- 1 medium yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, divided
- 6 large eggs
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat until it shimmers. Add the potato slices and onion, season with ½ tsp of the salt, and stir gently to coat. Cook, turning the potatoes occasionally with a slotted spoon, until the potatoes are completely tender and yield easily when pressed with the back of a spoon, about 20–25 minutes. They should be soft but not browned.
- 2
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the potatoes and onion to a large mixing bowl, leaving as much oil behind in the skillet as possible. Reserve 2 tbsp of the cooking oil in the skillet and discard the rest (or save for another use).
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