
Jalapeño and Queso Fresco Tortilla
A spicy Mexican-inspired take on the classic potato omelette.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
25 min
Servings
3
Ingredients
- 3 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 small White onion, thinly sliced
- 2 large Jalapeños, seeded and diced
- 0.5 cup Queso fresco, crumbled
- 6 pieces Large eggs
- 0.75 cup Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick 10-inch skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add the sliced potatoes and onions to the oil, ensuring they are mostly submerged; cook for 10-12 minutes until tender but not browned.
- 3
Drain the potatoes and onions through a colander, reserving 2 tablespoons of the oil, and let them cool slightly.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, diced jalapeños, and half of the crumbled queso fresco.
- 5
Gently fold the cooked potatoes and onions into the egg mixture and let sit for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- 6
Wipe the skillet clean, add the reserved oil, and pour the egg and potato mixture back in over medium-low heat.
- 7
Cook for 5-7 minutes until the edges are set, then use a large plate to flip the tortilla and slide it back into the pan.
- 8
Cook the other side for 3-4 minutes, then slide onto a plate and garnish with remaining queso fresco and cilantro.
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