How I Make My “Famous” Tortilla Española

Can I cook? I don't know! But I do love to make tortilla! ❤️ In this video I make my "famous" (or was it infamous?) tortilla española (aka Spanish omelette) with help from Yoly. Venga, let’s go! 🥝
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Hola, Spain lovers! We're James and Yoly. James is a New Zealander, and Yoly is from Spain. And we both live in Madrid. This channel is all about giving you a local insight into life in Spain, and helping you experience this country like a local when you come to visit (or live!). If that sounds like your kind of thing, bienvenido!
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[@heetbrink]

Your interaction with each other is a truly delightful addition to this video.

[@spainrevealed]

Thank you! More to come!

[@foxhill1081]

Completely agree, lovely couple

[@kathyr.1141]

I’m a going to send the link to this video to my 100+ Spanish students who are also home in quarantine (we’re in Massachusetts, in the US). We have talked about tortilla española in class but now I’ll suggest they try out their cooking skills as a way to keep in contact with Spain while we are out of school. I’ll have them send me a picture if they make it, and give them extra credit (if I’m allowed to). Thanks for the inspiration!

[@spainrevealed]

Love it!

[@gemamayo-prada544]

Great idea!

[@heartSLB]

This is exactly the way I got to know this amazing dish. 9 years ago my Spanish teacher talked about the spanish tortilla in the class. I got excited and decided to do it at home. It was something new that I was eating and I totally loved it. To this day I cook spanish tortilla from time to time 😁

[@totemitoyz]

James: "Is that enough oil?" Yoli: "QUE SÍIIIIIIIIIIIII". And that right there is the most Spanish moment you'll ever have.

[@eldunae922]

No, thats like a 9.5/10 in the spanish scale. For the 10/10, you need something like... ¡QUE SÍ COÑO! Remenber, if it isnt rude, it isnt spanish enough. Source: Im spanish.

[@quelodequelo]

Sicily here, if you like to try a suggestion from cousins, add some mint leaf to the eggs ❤️🖐️👍🇮🇹Stay safe and strong

[@alexfigurov6890]

How to reduce onion irritation of eyes. Hi James, unfortunately I have not seen it earlier. I just watched your video of making Tortillas while on lock-down. I wish I could have seen it earlier and learn how to make Tortillas. After I’ve watched the video, I made a Tortilla like you made it and I loved it! Thank you! And I think I might be able to help you reducing your eyes irritation that cutting onions often causes (unless someone have showed it to you already since you’ve released this video!). My grandmother had given me this trick some time ago, and it’s helping me since. First, after you remove onion’s outer hard layer (or skin), keep all onions in cold water (doesn’t have to be ice cold!) until actually cutting them. Also, rinse your cutting board and a knife in cold water before cutting onions. You can also rinse at least one hand (the one you’ll be holding an onion with) in cold water as well. This is a very simple trick but it does the job!

[@SABOREAME68]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great video, it took my colleagues & me away from all the stress that we encounter working in our hospital. Therefore, thank you for posting the video, stay safe & healthy... Abrazos

[@landerviguera9575]

Resist, medical personal is doing the best all over de world...you and your mates got all our support. Thanks you all.

[@MillieonaVespa]

I walked the Camino in northern Spain a few years ago ....This fuelled he on my journey I ate it every day ...absolutely delish...love love love it !

[@mizginavale22]

Thank you so much for posting your videos and this one in particular is so authentic. You didn't try to be an expert, just a person who enjoys making your Tortilla de Patata. Stay safe as this whole thing will eventually pass. The Spanish people will come back stronger than ever, and you will too.

[@spainrevealed]

Exactly - I am certainly not an expert, but I love to cook!

[@vanessapunal1995]

Successfully made your famous tortilla while social distancing in Canton, Michigan, USA. Thank you for the video! ☺️

[@joedavies50]

Fantastic tortilla. You've inspired me to cook one up. I season my potatoes at pretty much every stage of the cooking and cut them slightly thicker than yours but that's the beauty of the tortilla, it's so simple but everyone has their own!

[@gualdus]

Esto abre una nueva vía for Spain Revealed...el cocinero neozelandés y su inefable esposa...Me encanta la idea...😎 Disfruto con vosotros como un enano

[@spainrevealed]

eso es!!!

[@JumpingJimmyJet]

I love how you both get along so well together... I love to cook, but only cook when I can have people over, to share it with... I glad you're still doing videos while in quarantine... Wishing you all the best... love and hugs, Jimi

[@pauldavis-cooke141]

I've seen more professional cooking shows, but none more entertaining. But James, you really should do as you're told 😊. Thanks for another fun vid and stay cheerful in your quarantine. xx

[@spainrevealed]

Cheers mate!!

[@AmyArevalo1]

Wow, I’m going to make this for my husband tonight. He lived in Spain for 4 years. I think he will enjoy it very much. Thank you!

[@hp61]

Can't wait to make this and get your recipe book! We too love the interaction between you two - thank you for making our day!

[@smilinkyle]

I am really enjoying your interactions with each other; very kind and supportive. And the slomo replays--excellent!

[@bobbypadilla1216]

Love that you guys are staying positive during the current situation! Can't wait to buy the recipe book when it's out!

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

really love cooking while drinking red wine too... just makes me feel more inspired to be Creative

[@MilagrosASaenz]

Ja, !qué pájaro! ¿Y a quién no?

[@jeffhorton6460]

Thanks for lifting my spirits. I think your upbeat video is such a timely service to everyone!

[@glenmorris8389]

You're funniest video EVER James and Yoli Alioli.........More cooking, please!

[@spainrevealed]

Cheers Glenn!

[@glenmorris8389]

Please do more drunken cooking, James. You are great!

[@spainrevealed]

Will do!

[@peterhastings703]

@@spainrevealed If you do more drunken cooking videos (and please do), you should use Yoly's knife - the blunt one! Don't ask me how I know 😨😆

[@walkingthrulife2296]

Absolutely brilliant....definitely one to try! And yes...onions are always a challenge. I always put mine in the refrigerator an hour before 'cutting'. No more tears.

[@lilang7406]

What a great and hearty recipe to make for my quarantined family. We were in Spain in 2013 and fell in love with the tortilla. I’m am going to make it this week. Thanks guys. Keep these food videos coming. Stay well.

[@clarissaduran6195]

Wow that was a great video! I love making tortilla española, I’m saving this video so I can use your recipe .... thank you both and Happy Quarantine!

[@spainrevealed]

Happy Quarantine to you too!

[@teresakubo2320]

Thank you for this! I made my first tortilla Española today in my own quarantine kitchen. You have many viewers out here that are pulling for you and Spain as a whole. I look forward to more info about the upcoming Devour cookbook! Hang in there!

[@CHill-cj2pq]

Lol! Love this off-the-cuff style video from you guys! More! ❤️❤️

[@joannefernandes8252]

Omg! My first time making it. I only had 3 potatoes so used 4 eggs. Delicious!!! Thank you both!

[@TeporaTEACH]

This is the most uplifting video I've watched in weeks. This is classic kiwi behaviour, with a Spanish lens

[@spainrevealed]

haha thank you!

[@gemamayo-prada544]

Siempre pongo un colador grande en un bol y y hecho las patatas y la cebolla en el colador. El aceite limpia va al bol y las patatas y la cebolla escurridas se quedan en el colador, además de esta forma se enfrían más rápidamente.

[@gemamayo-prada544]

!Gracias! !M encantan vuestros videos, sois la bomba!

[@guyal2332]

What a beautiful natural series of techniques you use to make this tortilla. So fun to watch your teamwork cooking and now you have made us ravenous!!!!

[@violaardin]

Hola from Malaga. I'm cooking and drinking vino tinto also! But my Tortilla Española is vegan without eggs ;) Hope you stay safe and enjoy cooking!

[@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi]

Viola Riste ¡Hola desde LA! Please share your vegan recipe (at least the ingredients 😋). 🇪🇸

[@tximeleta35]

@@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi harina de garbanzos en lugar de huevos. Garbanzos en ingles no me acuerdo ahora!

[@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi]

Tximeleta ¡Es la misma palabra o “chickpea.”👍🏻

[@RobertVicencio]

Awesome video James! Thanks for sharing

[@abaesel]

Really fun video. Muchas gracias

[@swestd1]

I enjoyed your tortilla patatas lesson. I find cooking is therapeutic when spending so much time at home. I, as usual, enjoyed your interactions and humor. Thanks for the smiles, both yours and mine.

[@juliablick6404]

Loved watching you cook James, with Yoly's guidance...it's like spending time with you both. xx

[@ra1279]

I have a pie pan that fits perfectly into my 10 inch pan. No need to be nervous on the flip.

[@chuche249]

Love your videos! I have tried many of you recipes and have fallen in love with spanish cuisine! I live in New Mexico (USA) but my ancestors came from Spain 500 yrs ago. We were supposed to visit Spain this past year but covid spoiled our trip. We look forward to seeing where my ancestors came from and visiting your beautiful country! Love from Nuevo Mexico!!!

[@vintagemoss9578]

This was Awesome! Thank you! Kindred spirits quarantined in Canada.🇨🇦

[@colleenciampoli8144]

I love your videos y me encanta Espana! My mom taught me to peel the onion and then slice into it evenly about 10 times (but not all the way through) and then turn it and slice into it again perpendicular (again only half-way through about 10 more times) then turn onion on it's side and slice through making perfect diced pieces. Running cold water over an onion after peeling can help to keep eyes from burning. Your tortilla looks delicious! Stay safe and healthy! Besos to you both from New Jersey!

[@spainrevealed]

Thanks for those tips!

[@geoCow]

Glad you both are in great spirits. A tip for your kitchen: Change the direction that the doors open on your FRIGORIFICO.

[@olivermj69]

George Cowdery then they wouldn’t be able to open it

[@JG-fx8jm]

i was born in Madrid and live in the U.S., my mother Spanish and my father American. Your videos are spot on and make me wish I lived in Madrid. Perfect...thank you.

[@katherinemaas6712]

It’s wonderful to see you making the best of your quarantine experience. Gives me hope that we in Canada will be able to weather this as well, because it’s coming our way now. Keep the videos coming! And stay well!

[@JoelDelizo]

Thank you to the both of you for inviting all of us into your home.

[@hipsterchic]

Hi, just wanted to say I made your tortilla tonight and it was really tasty! After watching your video I typed up the recipe and followed it to the letter. My father (who I am self isolating with) also enjoyed it. Thank you!

[@briane.6774]

Thanks for the video. The tortilla I made turned out to be perfect! More of these videos please, they are great!

[@befuddled2010]

Home cooking is always the best and watching folks cook at home is very entertaining. In the professional world, we do things a bit different (we'd pour the potatoes and oil into a strainer over a bowl and then spread the drained potatoes on paper towels on a baking sheet to cool faster) but this is certainly in the ballpark and will yield a delicious result. Totally agree on the waiting period after mixing the egg and the potatoes. After the mixture goes into the pan it is like making an Italian frittata. The flip James did was really quite good and the second flip was clunky but he made it happen and deserves kudos. The end result looked really solid. I would eat that in a heartbeat. Lovely video. Thank you.

[@carolinearaujo4486]

I loveee this! Cannot wait to try! You guys are so cute 💕

[@gloriagill8005]

This made my day in isolation. Love from Australia❤️

[@jaime-lynntillotson3524]

My husband and I followed your recommendations in Madrid and loved them all. I definitely want to purchase the cookbook. Thank you for making our trip so great. I hope you and your family stay safe. Love from Canada 💗

[@stevecordes3039]

Jaime-Lynn Tillotson us also Deep Fried Rabbit Ribs unforgettable

[@alanvonau278]

Hello James, it is good to see you in good spirit in spite of the present lockdown in Spain 👍👏. Whether you are a good cook or not is somewhat irrelevant under these circumstances. The important thing is that you are encouraging others to do something fun at home in order to keep life as pleasant as possible. My best wishes to you and to the people of Spain 🧡💛🧡🙏. 🇺🇸 *Post Scriptum:* I hope that you will attempt some of the classic dishes of Spain: es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gastronom%C3%ADa_de_Espa%C3%B1a

[@spainrevealed]

Thank you!

[@rolflin]

thanks Alan i think you got the point! beside this always the home made tortilla tastes like victory!!

[@rhealanuza2406]

I love this video, the communication between you and Yoli is really lovely, you complement each other so well! At 2:17 James: “I’m colour blind” Yoli: “Awww, darling” So sweet! Please keep making videos , love the omelette btw 😍

[@johnwilcox4534]

Made 2 of those tortillas while using your video as a guide. They came out very well. I did cheat a bit, using Tonkatsu sauce as a topping. Hope you all are safe and keep the videos coming!

[@AngelaGarry]

Brilliant! Informative and hilarious in one. I love that we got to see a bit of your home - and love even more that you filmed this without first emptying the washing up from the sink.... The finished product looked absolutely yummy. Although it could have done with a fifth or sixth sprinkling of salt! 😂😂😂 More quarantine cooking, please!

[@spainrevealed]

haha keeping it real

[@GeekGirlJenn]

This is so fun to watch you two. Definitely go ahead and make more of these! I will help support if you do get that digital cookbook going. Gotta help you guys out, I know your business is suffering due to this lockdown but your good attitude will help see you through (also money from this book!)

[@spainrevealed]

Thanks Jenn! Will let you know when it's out via a comment here

[@jachappell6871]

Fantastic, James!! Keep it up! Yes, cookbook, please!!

[@spainrevealed]

THank you! Will let you know when it comes out!

[@bethdevine6453]

We love watching your videos. We just got back four weeks ago from Seville, Cordoba, Granada. Thanks to you and your team we had amazing spots to check out and took one of your tours in Seville. Looking forward to giving this recipe a try and we would love to be notified when your digital recipe book is available. Whatever we can do to help before were able to come back and take more tours with you guys. Stay healthy and happy quarantine Cheers

[@TheBurdugul]

Yo cocino aparte la cebolla para "caramelizarlo" más. Además, por cada 3 huevos utilizo una yema para que sepa más a huevo.

[@tximeleta35]

Hijo, que nivel 😁

[@someinteresting]

You two explain very well. We made the tortilla and the Basque cake. Both worked the first time. Thank you.

[@wookchang8852]

Greetings from South Korea! I am happy to see both of you in good health and spirit. We are leading normal life here in Korea, except wearing masks whenever going out and washing hands so often with sanitizer. Most shops and public transportation offer free sanitizer. We can buy two masks per week at drug stores, and can purchase more if we’re willing to pay more than government set price of about 1.2 euros. We are free to move around without any restrictions, however we do our best to avoid any meetings and gatherings. But this puts heavy burden on eateries, small shops, tour companies and airlines. I wish everyone, including both of you, go through this hard time without much damage. Wish you only the best!

[@spainrevealed]

Good to hear!

[@kidandresu]

You guys are doing great in Korea with this crisis. I wish our government did just half as good as you

[@tximeleta35]

I love your Cat.

[@rednose66]

Excellent video as always. Watched it again tonight and followed it. Deviated slightly by adding taquitos to it. Should have strictly followed your times but as the top of mine was still raw after 1 minute I waited another minute before flipping. Was lovely in any case!

[@djvnet]

Made it tonight! It was excellent!

[@noerodriguez123]

My wife and I watch your channel every sunday, we love this recipe "Tortilla Espanola" and the cheese cake one also. Saludos!

[@stevecordes3039]

My first try at the Spanish Tortilla came out a success!! Great video guys as usual, will buy your book if I see it.

[@ruthsheil6318]

i have just made my first tortilla espanola following your recipe and it was fabulous , thank you

[@dazio7035]

A fantastic video, James. At the risk of sounding clichéd....... Flipping marvelous. Excelcior!!

[@spainrevealed]

haha

[@jacintaugarte5672]

Well done James!!! It smell sooooo good!

[@lobsang1984]

Thanks for this video! I made this about once a week for my housemates living in Carabanchel. It’s a great dish cold. You can make this dish and leave it for the day for people to munch on. I rest the potato for a few after chopping on paper towels to absorb a little water then fry them in a little less oil in sections so they have a little bite and fry with cracked pepper. Also, push down the sides a little bit after flips to get that round tapas like disk. Please do one on morcilla! I cook mine in cider and sliced apples and spices then cut them into rounds and fried them so you get that crispiness. living back in the USA I miss Carrefour. Awesome videos guys!

[@dimino1952]

I returned to Australia from Osuna Spain yesterday. We had to cut our fabulous holiday and time with family short. We love Spain and the food too. We would love your recipe book.

[@spainrevealed]

Will let you know when it's out Di. Via a link here in the comments. Thank you for your support!

[@landerviguera9575]

Sorry for your cutted hollidays...we hope you can retuirn whenever you can in the future when all this shit finnished. Be safe at home.

[@lukefraser6172]

I’ve just discovered your channel. You’re both so lovely & adorable & full of great & fun information. Thank you for making my self isolation happier! 🥰🥰😊😊❤️❤️

[@jansandlan8640]

missing my favourite tapas bars, so this was a joy!! Look forward to the cookbook!

[@manolicoleto7764]

Felicitaciones, en general bien!👏👏👏 Seguro que estaba muy rica 😋

[@jonny_leach]

Yes please. Was hoping to come and tour with you in Madrid for our honeymoon later in the year so really happy to support you through this challenge!!

[@view05nys]

I grew up eating Spanish tortilla often each week. My mother made a sandwich with it, for us to take to school for lunch. One can add other ingredients to it too. My mother used Spanish chorizo, which gave it great color and fabulous taste. Her flip was with a large plate. The tortilla is also great to take along on picnics and eat cold.

[@reginapolo3357]

Love you guys, please stay safe.

[@kimberlyhayes653]

You both are hilarious! Dinner looks beautiful. Nice job.

[@Jimrod92]

‘The starch is liberated’ is a lovely phrase.

[@susie6789]

Thanks for the inspiration. It's about time I had another go at making a tortilla at home. Love the idea of the cookbook so yes please, keep me posted. Saludos de Mallorca! #yomequedoencasa

[@atiaibrahimi9629]

Loved your video and definitely am going to give your recipe a try these coming days! Would love to hear it when the book is out.

[@Marciap17]

It looks great your tortilla James. Fun to watch you and Yoli cooking. I am going to try to do it 😋😋😋😋

[@caroleloomis1430]

The wine for onion "crying" is the best bit. I completely understand. AND the blood on the ceiling bit is very Monty Python.

[@amysmith572]

I’m very interested in a cookbook, it’s a great idea!! 🥔🥚🧅🇪🇸

[@rjsalameh]

you guys are the best!!! I have Curb in the Background while watching this!!!

[@paulhowlett8151]

That looked like a heap of fun to make and cook!!!

[@albwixmp]

Good tortilla! Congrats!

[@jimcrawley7363]

Greetings James and Yoli. Checked in with my wife to watch this, as we so enjoy the loving dynamic you two have and the joy you find in simple things like food. Admire what you you did here too and will of course be happy to support you (you might even get me to finally do something in the kitchen). Connecting safely with others and small acts of kindness will help us all get through this. We shall certainly be checking in regularly. Stay safe. Warmest wishes, Jim and Hayley

[@spainrevealed]

Thank you Jim. I appreciate that. I'll drop a link to it here for you when it's out. Stay safe!

[@alrk1]

Wife and I will try this. Thank you. Stay safe

[@laurennyambura9174]

I’ve been missing Spain like crazy! My trip there was amazing! Planning to make this and patatas bravas this week ♥️

[@spainrevealed]

Great idea - I'm going to add those to the list of recipes

[@andrewb4556]

Hola Amazing! The world is not looking good ! Thanks for the cooking class, take our mind off the problems. Love you're work and vlogs. Australia

[@nicholegardner6391]

You guys are great! Lo del aceite is hilarious! Que risa! Lol the oil gets thinner the hotter it is and the papitas float when they are ready-ish. You guys make me smile non-stop THANK YOU! Que siiiiii!! Jajaja Besotes des de South Carolina♥️🥰

[@kathleensanders5269]

My husband and I have been watching your videos since early January in preparation for a trip we had planned to take in June. It looks like we might not be doing that, but we plan to come sometime and we want you to know how much we have enjoyed your videos! We keep watching and are glad to see you well and cooking! We want to buy the cookbook. Let us know when it comes out. Stay safe.

[@alexisdufresne8663]

Great job! I struggled at the flipping part and I have to say that your technique with the lid is ingenious. I boiled my potatoes at my first attemp at a Spanish tortilla... heresy. James is right about not adding salt in the frying process. Salt is not soluble in oil so most of it would probably get discarded at the draining step. Thank you for the video, I'll nail the next one, Promise!

[@jimbo8009]

Just realised you have had almost 10000 views of you making an omelette Ok Espanola but one way or another an omelette but then you get me interested with the salt question. My world is changing so much.

[@volkerpizzaaglio8742]

Keep that spirit up!

[@karyw7752]

Love you guys! Keep it up! All good wishes and support from Valencia! (Kary and Jimmy)

[@sharonpatry5401]

Loved my tour in Madrid and would love to support the cookbook!

[@spainrevealed]

Thank you Sharon! I'll drop a comment here for you when it's out!

[@madelinelopez8670]

Loved the video! Will be waiting for the book. Be safe...

[@ariesgirl3444]

That looked great James, I just wanted to try it. I make Spanish Tortilla, shown to me by a Spanish chef, but he didn't use onion, so I don't use onion. I will try putting onion in it and cook it tonight. Thank you, loved the interaction between yourself and Yoly.

[@clinterz]

Okay, I'll have to try this. The paella recipe from a while back worked well, we make it all the time now. Whoo-hoo!

[@StevoRado]

Drinking and cooking go hand in hand! Can't wait for the digital recipe book. Love you guys!

[@spainrevealed]

Will let you know Stevo with a reply to this comment when it's out - thank you for your support!

[@yolondagarcia9798]

I tried to make this recipe, I'm sure I didn't get it right but it was delicious! Thank you for sharing!

[@spainrevealed]

Keep trying!

[@markhowe5529]

Hi James and Yoli . I have a small place in Murcia and love Spain. Just watched this and am going to attempt this tonight. Love your videos and have just subscribed. Best Mark UK