I am not exactly into those huge protein-laden food servings. But, I do admit that I love
staple potato products, including mashed potatoes and french fries. In Spain, there is another variation of potatoes that I am sure potato lovers out there won't want to miss, the
Spanish tortilla, or what the locals would call Tortilla de Patatas.
What exactly is Spain's version of potato? Well, I tell you, it is like a cross between the American pancake and an omelette. The Tortilla de Patatas is made up of onions and fried eggs cooked in olive oil. After the Tortilla de Patatas is cooked, it is shaped and sliced into triangles, similar to a pizza. Do not think for a second that the Spanish tortilla is fried or that it has to have a certain brownish color before you serve it on a plate. It is not and it should not be. You just have to turn it over one side at a time to make sure that layers are cooked slowly over
medium flame and until the potatoes itself have become tender. The Tortilla de Patatas is a great snack to have in the afternoon, or you can also choose to serve it during lunch, dinner, or parties at home with some friends and family.
