Smoky Spanish Tortilla
A Mexican twist on the classic Spanish tortilla, adding smoky flavor from chipotle peppers.
Ingredients
- ●2 smoked chipotle peppers in adobo saucediced
- ●1 quenched tortillacut into small pieces
- ●1/4 cup cornmealto thicken the tortilla mixture
- ●1 oniondiced
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●6 eggsbeaten
- ●1 cup shredded cheesesuch as queso fresco or Monterey Jack
- ● salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
- 3
Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- 5
Add the diced chipotle peppers and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the tortilla pieces and cook until they start to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- 7
In a large bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 8
Add the cooked tortilla mixture to the bowl and stir in the cornmeal and shredded cheese.
- 9
Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch (23cm) round baking dish.
- 10
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- 11
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.