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Spanish omelet
Calories & nutrition facts
chicken, with onion, peppers, tomatoes and mushrooms
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 110 kcal —
- Protein 5 g 10%
- Carbohydrate 3.9 g 1%
- Fat 8.4 g 11%
- Saturated fat 2 g 10%
- Fibre 0.8 g 3%
- Sugars 2.6 g —
- Sodium 185 mg 8%
- Cholesterol 122 mg 41%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 163 µg 18%
- Vitamin C 13.9 mg 15%
- Vitamin D 1.4 µg 7%
- Vitamin E 1.9 mg 13%
- Vitamin K 8.2 µg 7%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.05 mg 4%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.22 mg 17%
- Niacin (B3) 0.51 mg 3%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 1 mg 20%
- Vitamin B6 0.11 mg 6%
- Folate (B9) 25 µg 6%
- Vitamin B12 0.59 µg 24%
Minerals
- Calcium 36.9 mg 3%
- Iron 0.64 mg 4%
- Magnesium 10.3 mg 2%
- Phosphorus 71.9 mg 6%
- Potassium 176 mg 4%
- Zinc 0.55 mg 5%
- Copper 0.07 mg 8%
- Manganese 0.08 mg 4%
- Selenium 12.4 µg 22%
Similar foods
- Omeletchicken, with cheese182 kcal / 100 g
- Western omeletchicken, with peppers, onion and ham150 kcal / 100 g
- Spanish omelettehomemade112 kcal / 100 g
- Spanish-style tortilla with onionsomelette with potatoes and onions, prepacked165 kcal / 100 g
- Mushroom omelettehomemade125 kcal / 100 g
- Spinach omeletwith mozzarella cheese, parsley and chive, with oil and onion, with salt147 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken egg omeletteno added fat129 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken omeletteegg, cooked with butter174 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Spanish omelet
What goes into a Spanish omelet?
The classic tortilla española is made with eggs, potatoes and olive oil; onion is a common addition, though cooks disagree about it. Slice the potatoes thinly so they soften evenly before you fold them into the beaten eggs.
How do you cook a Spanish omelet without burning it?
Cook thinly sliced potatoes slowly in olive oil over a low-to-medium heat until tender, not crisp, then drain and mix with beaten eggs. Return the mixture to a non-stick pan and cook gently until the base is set; flip it with a plate and cook the other side briefly.
Can you eat Spanish omelet cold?
Yes. It is often served at room temperature as a tapa, and it also makes a good sandwich filling; chill leftovers promptly and eat them within three days.
How do you store leftover Spanish omelet?
Cool it promptly, cover it and refrigerate it; eat within three days. Reheat portions until steaming hot throughout, or serve it cold straight from the fridge.
What do you serve with Spanish omelet?
Serve wedges with a green salad, olives or crusty bread. It is also a familiar tapa, cut into small squares and held with cocktail sticks.
Is Spanish omelet the same as a Spanish omelette?
The names usually refer to the same potato-and-egg dish: tortilla española, also called tortilla de patatas. It is different from a plain omelette, which has no potato.
How does Spanish omelet compare with a plain omelette?
Spanish omelet includes potato, while a plain omelette is mainly egg. Per 100 g, Spanish omelet has 110 kcal and 5 g protein; a plain omelette has 182 kcal and 11.9 g protein.
Can you freeze Spanish omelet?
You can freeze it, but the potato may become softer and release moisture after thawing. For the best texture, refrigerate leftovers and eat them within three days instead.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 6715 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
