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Tortilla de Papa Cubana

A traditional Cuban potato omelet studded with savory diced chorizo and cooked ham, fried until golden and tender.

40 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

CubanBreakfastStovetopStandardGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 8 large eggs, beaten
  • 4 oz Spanish chorizo, diced
  • 4 oz cooked ham, diced
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 2 lbs peeled and diced Yukon Gold potatoes and 1 cup diced yellow onion, cooking for 12 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Stir in 4 oz diced Spanish chorizo and 4 oz diced cooked ham, cooking for 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Whisk 8 beaten large eggs with 1 tsp salt in a bowl, then stir in the warm potato mixture.

  5. 5

    Pour back into skillet, cooking on low heat for 8 minutes until edges set.

  6. 6

    Flip tortilla and cook until internal temperature reaches 160F.

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Questions

What is Tortilla de Papa Cubana?

A traditional Cuban potato omelet studded with savory diced chorizo and cooked ham, fried until golden and tender. This reference files it under Cuban breakfast: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 40 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Tortilla de Papa Cubana reach?

For Tortilla de Papa Cubana, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of chorizo in Tortilla de Papa Cubana?

The entry for Tortilla de Papa Cubana calls for 4 oz Spanish chorizo, diced. In its place: Mexican chorizo is raw and Spanish chorizo is cured, and they are not interchangeable. For the raw kind, season ground pork with smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic and a splash of vinegar. For the cured kind, use another firm smoked sausage with extra smoked paprika.

Does Tortilla de Papa Cubana contain eggs?

Yes: 8 large eggs, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How long does Tortilla de Papa Cubana keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Tortilla de Papa Cubana within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

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