Shellfish Free Spanish Tortilla Española
Few dishes are as deeply satisfying as a thick, golden wedge of this classic Spanish egg and potato cake. Layers of silky Yukon Gold potatoes and sweet slow-cooked onion are bound together with beaten eggs and a generous pour of good olive oil, creating something that feels far more luxurious than its short ingredient list suggests. The slow, gentle cook in olive oil is what makes the potatoes melt into the eggs rather than fight them — it's a technique that rewards patience and delivers incredible texture. Because every single ingredient here is naturally free of shellfish and there's no sauce, seasoning blend, or broth to second-guess, this is one of those recipes where you can cook with complete confidence. The flip is the only moment that requires a little nerve, but once you nail it, it feels genuinely triumphant. Equally good warm from the pan or served at room temperature an hour later, it's the kind of dish that works for breakfast, a lazy lunch, or a casual dinner spread. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a bright, herby finish that ties the whole thing together beautifully.
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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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