Spanish Tortilla Cheater's Way

Simplify dinner without sacrificing authentic Spanish flavor with "Spanish Tortilla Cheater’s Way," a quick and easy twist on the classic dish. This recipe uses pre-cooked or frozen diced potatoes to save time while delivering the soft, fluffy texture and bold savory flavors this iconic Spanish omelet is known for. Enhanced with smoked paprika and sautéed onions in olive oil, the eggs bind everything into a golden, satisfying tortilla that's ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this dish is garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of color and herbaceous flair. Serve it warm or at room temperature—either way, it’s an effortless taste of Spain!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 3 cups pre-cooked or frozen diced potatoes
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Finely dice the onion and add it to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the pre-cooked or frozen diced potatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to crisp and brown slightly.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, crack the eggs into a large bowl. Add salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Whisk together until well-combined.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low. Pour the whisked eggs over the potatoes and onions in the skillet, ensuring the mixture is evenly distributed.

Step 6

Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes, or until the eggs are mostly set but still slightly runny on top.

Step 7

Carefully slide the semi-cooked tortilla onto a flat plate. Place the skillet upside down over the plate and flip the tortilla back into the skillet to cook the other side. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until completely set.

Step 8

Slide the cooked tortilla out of the skillet onto a serving plate. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 9

Let the tortilla cool for a few minutes before slicing into wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1175.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1408.9

Total Fat 71.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 1116mg	0%
Sodium 2827.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.6g
Protein 53.4g	0%

Vitamin D 246IU	0%
Calcium 273.2mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 3314.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 39.4%