Its been quiet around this blog for a bit. I spent a whole week and a half cooking various things that seemed like a good idea in my head. Most of them ended up being kitchen duds! A couple of recipes that worked were still lackluster. But then, this afternoon, I started thinking about making an omelette for dinner. Usually, when I get omelettes for breakfast, the hashbrowns are my favorite part! So when I figured I could work potatoes into my omelette, there was no turning back!
In my mind, potatoes just have an easy hold on people. I don't know what it is about them - but they are definitely a comfort food for me. So this recipe with eggs nicely balances the comfort and healthy factor.
This, like most recipes I like, can be modified as you like. Add more veggies to make it healthier or keep it originl with onions and potatoes.Herbs are a nice addition to this as well - you can go with whatever herbs you like. I added cilantro and basil.
| RECIPE | ||||||||||
| Prep Time : | 15 mins | Serves: | 2-3 people | |||||||
| Cooking Time : | 20-25 mins | |||||||||
| INGREDIENTS | ||||||||||
| > | 3 eggs | |||||||||
| > | 2 small potatoes | |||||||||
| > | 1/2 yellow onion, sliced | |||||||||
| > | herbs - cilantro, basil, thyme (or any of your choice) | |||||||||
| > | Salt Pepper to taste | |||||||||
| > | Olive oil | |||||||||
| > | Cheese - mozzarella, goat cheese (optional) | |||||||||
| INSTRUCTIONS | ||||||||||
| * | Preheat Oven to 350 degree | |||||||||
| * | Wash potatoes clean and slice using a mandolin or regular knife | |||||||||
| * | Place the sliced potatoes on a plate and put them in the microwave. Leave a glass of water (only a little water, otherwise you will get a water-bomb as the water heats) in the microwave alongside.Microwave for 5 mins | |||||||||
| * | In a pan, add 1 tbsp of olive oil and add sliced onions. Cook for 5-10 mins on med low flame till the onions are soft and start to caramalize. Let cool. | |||||||||
| * | In a bowl, crack eggs, add herbs, cooked onions, salt/pepper and half of the potatoes | |||||||||
| * | Grease a cast iron pan or a baking dish with olive oil | |||||||||
| * | Line the base with sliced cooked potatoes. Work with the potatoes quickly before they are completely cooled. | |||||||||
| * | Add the egg mixture and bake for 20 mins. Check at 15 min mark for doneness | |||||||||
| * | Slice and enjoy! | |||||||||
I have once seen this recipe on food network and wanted to try it... Looks so yum...I am booking this recipe to try it out soon :)
ReplyDeletethanks ! I hope you do - you can truly make it your own!
DeleteWhat a gorgeous omelet! This reminds me of our time in Madrid...I'm hungry now! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeletethank you! I'd love to have this in Spain - that would be ideal!!
DeleteOh man don't get me started on kitchen disasters! Why do they all seem to happen at once? I love spanish omelettes!
ReplyDeletehopefully we've both turned a corner with the kitchen disasters, Davida!
DeleteBreakfast for dinner is always a good thing and can we forget how healthy it is.
ReplyDeleteI really like the crispy potatoes in it. A fantastic idea and endless things to add in, thanks for a great dinner idea and missed seeing you in your space..xxx
potatoes make it perfect for me! thanks for missing me xoxo
Deletebtw..a pretty fall place mat.
ReplyDeletethanks Asha! I'm homegoods happy!
DeleteLove Spanish Omelette, I recently made Giada's version, but it never made it to the blog, didn't think it was that flavorful. I love the herbs you added... I think the key is to season everything really well since it's just eggs and potatoes.
ReplyDelete:-)
i looked up Giada's version - really good. I agree, this needs extra seasoning!
DeleteI am totally adding this to our menu list to try! I don't have omelettes nearly enough, but now you have me craving one!
ReplyDeleteme neither, I have to keep reminding myself
DeleteI haven't had a Spanish omelette since my trip to Spain 2 years ago...this post reminds me just how much I love them!
ReplyDeleteLooks delicious Archana. Amazing pictures.
Spain is where I'd like to eat this too. My list of places to travel is far too long - and I don't have nearly enough time to schedule them.
DeletePS: I am curious about the glass of water in the microwave. Dumb question?
ReplyDeleteIm interested to know about it too.
Deletenot at all ! If you stick potatoes - sliced or whole in the microwave, its going to use the moisture from the potatoes to cook it (as it does with all foods) that will shrivel up the potatoes. very unappealing! The glass of water give the microwave cooking moisture and leaves your potaotes nice and plump. Its a trick I learnt after many a shriveled potatoes!
Deletethese omelette looks delicious - eggs, potatoes and goat cheese.
ReplyDeletethanks Dixya! you can add so many other things and make it your own!
DeleteYes, potatoes and eggs belong together for sure! I'm not crazy about eggs alone, so adding cheese and potatoes helps. :) This looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteI don't love eggs by themselves much either - I have to swallow them - so the potaotes make it so much better for me too!
DeleteMmm... so comforting! I love spanish omelette's! Perfect brunch deliciousness :)
ReplyDeleteI agree- I think potatoes add the perfect amount of heartiness to a breakfast dish and love it with my eggs. This dish looks amazing, I love the thin potatoes and think I will try it next time I make breakfast. I usually do small cubes so this will be a nice change.
ReplyDeleteAs a big potato lover, I can honestly eat this every single day without getting tired of it. :) Looks so delicious!!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe I have never tried potatoes and eggs together! Thanks for sharing, I know what my family is having for Sunday bfast!
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