Spanish Tortilla with Chorizo
80% authentic · Spanish
A flavorful variation of the classic Spanish tortilla, incorporating diced chorizo for a smoky, spicy kick.
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Ingredients
- Potatoes400g
- Yellow Onion1 medium
- Eggs6 large
- Chorizo (Spanish, cured)100g
- Olive Oil100ml
- Saltto taste
- Black Pepperto taste
Steps
- 1
Peel and thinly slice the potatoes. Finely chop the onion. Dice the chorizo.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add potatoes and onion, season with salt and pepper. Cook gently until potatoes are tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- 3
Add the diced chorizo to the pan with the potatoes and onions and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the chorizo releases some of its oil and flavor.
- 4
Drain the mixture, reserving some of the flavorful oil. Let it cool slightly.
- 5
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper. Add the potato, onion, and chorizo mixture and mix well.
- 6
Heat a little reserved oil in the pan over medium heat. Pour in the mixture, spreading evenly. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the edges set.
- 7
Invert the tortilla onto a plate, then slide it back into the pan to cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 8
Slide onto a serving plate and let rest before slicing.
