Tortilla Española Light — Potato & Egg Bake

A soft, tender Spanish-style tortilla baked (not fried) for a high-protein, non-greasy meal that’s gentle on digestion.

Ingredients

• 300g (about 2 medium) potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (2–3mm)
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 5 large eggs
• 1 tbsp olive oil (or other neutral oil)
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt (plus more to taste)
• Black pepper, to taste

Method

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  Step 1: Steam-soften the potatoes & onion

  Set a steamer basket over simmering water. Add the sliced potatoes and onion, cover, and steam until *very tender and easily pierced*, 12–15 minutes. (This keeps the tortilla soft and non-greasy.)

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  Step 2: Heat the oven & pan

  Preheat oven to **190°C / 375°F**. Lightly brush a **20cm / 8-inch** oven-safe nonstick skillet (or small baking dish) with **1 tbsp oil**.

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  Step 3: Whisk eggs

  In a bowl, whisk the eggs with **salt and pepper** until well combined and slightly frothy.

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  Step 4: Combine

  Gently fold the hot, steamed potatoes and onion into the eggs. Rest **2 minutes** so the potatoes start to soak up egg (helps the tortilla set tenderly).

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  Step 5: Bake until just set

  Pour into the prepared skillet/dish and smooth the top. Bake **12–15 minutes** until the center is *just set* (it should jiggle slightly like soft custard, not slosh). If you want a little color on top, broil/grill **30–60 seconds** (watch closely).

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  Step 6: Rest & serve

  Rest **5 minutes** (it finishes setting). Slice into wedges. Season with a pinch more salt and pepper if needed.

Tips

• **No steamer basket?** Simmer the potatoes/onion in a small pot with water just covering; cook until very tender, then drain extremely well before mixing with eggs.
• **Softer texture (more GLP-1 friendly):** Slice potatoes thinly and steam until they’re almost falling apart; the tortilla will be more custardy.
• **Storage:** Cool, then refrigerate airtight **up to 3 days**. Reheat gently (microwave at 50–70% power) to avoid rubbery eggs.
• **To serve:** Enjoy on its own, or with a small side of steamed vegetables or a light broth (keep portions modest for comfort).

Nutrition (per serving, estimate)