Tortilla Espanola Bites with Manchego
Tortilla Espanola is a classic Spanish potato and onion omelet that is popular on tapas menus around the world. Savory flavors pair well with the light nutty notes of Manchego cheese. Serve with a side of melted Président Garlic & Herbs Gourmet Cheese and paprika for a delicious aioli dip!
Prep Time
10 minCook Time
35 minServings
24Tortilla Española Bites Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Président® Unsalted Butter
- 2 large russet potatoes scrubbed
- 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 1/2 package of Président® Manchego cheese rind removed and diced
- 4 oz cured Spanish chorizo diced
- 1/4 cup minced parsley or cilantro for garnish
Tortilla Española Bites Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Generously grease a deep 10” or 12” ovenproof nonstick skillet or round baking dish with butter. Set aside.
- Fill a large pot with 3 quarts cold water and season with salt. Slice the unpeeled potatoes into 1/4” thick round slices and drop into cold water.
- Place pot over high heat and boil until potatoes are fork tender (10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip eggs, cream, salt, and pepper for two minutes. Stir in the diced onions, Manchego cheese, diced chorizo, and cooked potatoes.
- Pour egg mixture into the prepared skillet, and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly puffed on sides.
- Remove from oven and let cool 5 minutes until the omelet pulls away from the sides of the skillet. Let cool completely before cutting into 1 1/2” cubes.
Herb Cheese Aioli Ingredients
- 5.2 oz Président Garlic & Herbs Gourmet Cheese softened
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tsp sweet smoked Spanish paprika
Herb Cheese Aioli Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk softened Garlic & Herbs cheese, mayonnaise, and paprika until smooth and evenly combined.
- Garnish tortilla bites with minced parsley or cilantro, and serve with Smoky Herb Cheese Aioli for dipping.
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