Alternative names | Tortilla de patatas Tortilla de papas Tortilla española Spanish tortilla Potato omelete |
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Course | Tapas, appetizer or main course |
Place of origin | Spain |
Serving temperature | Either warm or room temperature |
Main ingredients | Egg, potatoes, vegetable oil |
Variations | Often includes onion |
Spanish omelette[1] or Spanish tortilla[2] is a traditional dish from Spain. It is celebrated as one of the most popular dishes of the Spanish cuisine.[3] It is an omelette made with eggs and potatoes, usually including onion. It is often served at room temperature as a tapa.
It is commonly known in Spanish-speaking countries as tortilla de patatas, tortilla de papas, or tortilla española.