It is no secret that the potato omelette is a divisive issue in Spain. Supporters of the onion omelette argue that it adds extra flavour and a different texture, as well as being a long-established tradition in many regions of Spain.

On the other hand, advocates of the omelette without onion insist that the pure flavour of the potato and egg should predominate.

At Tragabuches, we love to challenge the most ”great cookers” with this iconic Tragabuches recipe. We encourage everyone to try both styles and share their experiences and results with us.

Cooking is a subjective and personal art, and we are excited to see how everyone interprets and enjoys this classic Spanish recipe in their own way.

For those who love truffles, Tragabuches has put an exquisite twist on this theme with its truffled onion potato omelette, combining the best of both worlds: Spanish tradition with a touch of sophistication.

In the meantime, we invite you to join us at the Tragabuches bar, where the most authentic tapas of Andalusia await you for a unique dining experience.

Spanish omelette

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Equipment

Thermomix
Kitchen spatule
Varilla 25 cm
Sartén antiadeherente 24 cm
Bol de acero mediano

Ingredients

0,1232 Kg New Calm Potato (Rolled for tortilla) Raw:0,1438 Kg
0,0308 Kg Sunflower oil
0,0018 Kg Pasteurised whole egg
0,1101 Gr Vinegar from Jerez 25 years
0,1284 Gr Fine salt
4,02 Gr Extra virgin olive oil cooking
4,02 Gr Sunflower oil
1 Calma free-range egg
0,01 Kg EVOO mayonnaise
1,25 Gr Fine salt
0,0188 Kg Poached onion with onion puree

Instructions

For 0,0625 Kg of poached potato for omelette
0,1232 Kg New Calm Potato (Rolled for omelette) Raw:0,1438 Kg0,0308 Kg Sunflower oil
1. Cut the potato into 3mm slices with the Japanese mandolin, set aside.
2.Poach the potatoes when the sunflower oil reaches 110oc , it will cook for about 7-8 minutes, until the outside is a little dry, golden brown and the inside is still creamy.
3.With the help of a cooking spider we take the potatoes and let them drain of oil, we will mix them with the still hot egg.
For 0,01 Kg of EVOO Mayonnaise
0,0018 Kg Pasteurised whole egg0,1101 gr Sherry vinegar 25 years0,1284 gr Fine salt4,02 gr Extra virgin olive oil cooking 4,02 gr Sunflower oil
1.In the thermomix mixing bowl, add all the ingredients except the oils.
2. Set the speed to 3 and add the oils little by little (increase the speed if the preparation requires it).
3. Once the mayonnaise is ready, taste, adjust the salt if necessary and store in a Tupperware until ready to use.
For 0,1325 Kg of potato omelette base
1 free range egg Calma0,01 Kg Mayonnaise AOVE1,25 gr Fine salt
1.In a large bowl, break the eggs and beat for 30 seconds with a whisk.
2.Add the freshly made potatoes, the EVOO mayonnaise and beat for 15 seconds (mashing the potato), leave the mixture to rest for 15 minutes.Add salt if necessary.
For 0,125 Uni (1 Rac, 2 Tapa) of Potato Omelette
0,0188 Kg Poached onion with onion purée
Omelette curd
Heat the butter in the omelette pan over a low heat, add the omelette base and cook over a low heat for 4-5 minutes on the same side, then leave to stand for 2 minutes off the heat. Turn it over and cook for another 4-5 minutes over low heat, remove again and leave to stand for 2 minutes off the heat.
Always pay attention to the temperature of the frying pan, because if it is too hot, it could toast the omelette. The omelette should be white and semi-smooth.
Rest
Once finished, remove to a plate and leave it to stand at room temperature (NEVER cover it, as we would cook it with its own heat).
Cut
Cut the omelette into eight equal parts.
Serve
Serve one piece on a plate.

ATTENTION!

If you are a truffle lover, you can add 0.625 gr Black truffle melanosporum (laminated).