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Tortilla
Calories & nutrition facts
with salt
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 205 kcal —
- Protein 6.8 g 14%
- Carbohydrate 17 g 6%
- Fat 12 g 15%
- Fibre 1.9 g 7%
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Questions about Tortilla
How do you make a Spanish potato tortilla without it sticking?
Cook thinly sliced potatoes and onion gently in plenty of olive oil until soft, not crisp. Drain them, fold into beaten eggs, then cook in a well-oiled non-stick pan over a low heat until the edges set.
How do you flip a tortilla in the pan?
When the base is set but the top is still a little runny, cover the pan with a flat plate larger than the pan. Hold it firmly, turn the pan over, then slide the tortilla back in to cook the other side.
Can you eat tortilla cold, and how should you store it?
Yes; Spanish potato tortilla is often served at room temperature. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours in a covered container and eat within two days; reheat until steaming hot throughout.
What do you serve with Spanish tortilla?
Serve wedges with a green salad, roasted peppers or crusty bread. It is also a classic filling for a bocadillo, a Spanish sandwich made with bread.
What can you use instead of potato in a tortilla?
For a lighter variation, use courgette in place of some or all of the potato; cook it until tender and drain off excess liquid before mixing it with the eggs. Peppers or spinach also work, though the result is less like the classic potato tortilla.
How does tortilla compare with a plain omelette for carbohydrates?
Tortilla has more carbohydrate, largely because of the potato: 17 g per 100 g, compared with 0.64 g in a plain omelette.
How many calories are in tortilla?
A 100 g portion contains 205 kcal. The amount in a slice depends on how large and thick you cut it.
Source: tbca BRC0042J · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
