Description
This Vegan Spanish Omelette is a delicious plant-based twist on the traditional Spanish tortilla, made with potatoes, onions, and a chickpea flour-based egg substitute. It’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for brunch, lunch, or tapas night. Keywords: vegan Spanish omelette, tortilla española vegan, chickpea flour omelette, vegan tapas, plant-based brunch Description A plant-based take on the classic Spanish tortilla, this vegan version features tender potatoes and caramelized onions bound together with a chickpea flour “egg” mixture, pan-fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup chickpea flour (gram flour)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (for color)
- 1 teaspoon black salt (kala namak, for eggy flavor)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for frying)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add sliced potatoes and onions, season with salt, and cook covered, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly golden, about 15 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together chickpea flour, water, turmeric, black salt, and regular salt and pepper until smooth. Let sit for 5–10 minutes.
- Add the cooked potatoes and onions to the chickpea batter and stir gently to combine.
- Wipe out the skillet, add a bit more oil, and pour in the mixture. Spread evenly and cook over medium-low heat for 10–12 minutes until the bottom is set.
- Carefully flip the omelette (using a plate if needed) and cook the other side for another 8–10 minutes until fully cooked and golden.
- Let cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- Best served warm or at room temperature.
- Great for picnics, lunchboxes, or tapas platters.
- You can add bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor and color.
Nutrition
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
