Chorizo, potato & cheese omelette
Potatoes, chorizo and parsley come together in this Spanish pork — 55 minutes, 7 steps, and the kind of result worth repeating. Scroll down for the ingredient checklist, a serving scaler and unit converter, and the method broken into 7 steps.
You'll mainly reach for pan and large pot. At easy difficulty across 7 steps, it's a good one for a busy evening.
What you'll need
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Pantry staples (you likely have these)
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How to make it
- Cook the potato in boiling water for 8-10 mins or until tender.
- Drain and allow to steam-dry.
- Heat oil in an omelette pan, add chorizo and cook for 2 mins.
- Add the potato and cook for a further 5 mins until the potato starts to crisp.
- Spoon pan contents out, wipe pan and cook a 2 or 3-egg omelette in the same pan.
- When almost cooked, scatter with the chorizo and potato, parsley and cheese.
- Fold the omelette in the pan and cook for 1 min more to melt the cheese.
You'll use: Pan · Large pot · Saucepan · Steamer
Watch how it's made
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What to serve with Chorizo, potato & cheese omelette
- Seafood fideuà Seafood
- Spanish Tortilla Vegetarian
- Roast fennel and aubergine paella Vegan
- Migas Miscellaneous
Tips & common questions
How long does Chorizo, potato & cheese omelette take to make?
About 55 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 7 steps and 6 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes — use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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