World Potato Tortilla Day: 7 gastronomic versions worth trying

He World Potato Tortilla Day this is celebrated Saturday March 9, a special date for all lovers of the typically Spanish dish. Within the framework of his eventwe bring you the best way to celebrate the existence of this delicacy: 7 gastronomic versions that are worth trying in the Buenos aires city.

Some claims suggest that this dish was invented in the year 1,604 by the Belgian chef Lancelot de Casteau. While other studies indicate that it originated in Estremadura, Spainfor an invention of Marquis of Robledo.

Whatever its origin, the reality is that there is an enormous variety of recipes for its preparation. With onions, sausages and other gourmet options. It can be served alone, as a tapa or as an accompaniment or garnish to meals. Get to know some of the best Buenos Aires elaborations.

Where to try the best potato tortillas in CABA?

The Buenos Aires gastronomic circuit offers a wide variety of options. These places offer the best potato tortillas in the City.

Cosi My Piace

In this picturesque Italian cantina in Palermo, some typical dishes of Buenos Aires cuisine are added, such as Spanish-style potato omelette. Comes out very tall and ready baby, made with sliced ​​potatoes and julienned caramelized onions. Along the way, you can take the opportunity to try their iconic Roman pizzas (thin, crispy and almost without edges), cooked in a wood-fired oven brought from Naples.

• Address: El Salvador 4618, Palermo.

Tripe & Cauliflower

This historic establishment with the soul of a Buenos Aires restaurant offers typical dishes of traditional Argentine cuisine. The potato omelette could not be missing from the repertoire and is made in the style of the Spanish municipality Betanzos, with candied potatoes and an 80/20 combination of eggs and yolks. They have three varieties that they recommend ordering at the Babé point: the conventional one with potato and egg, one that adds onions and another with red chorizo, a Spanish type. Ideal to bring together in the center of the table with their homemade empanadas, rolled matambre and chard fritters.

• Address: Del Barco Centenera 1698, Parque Chacabuco.

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Aldo’s Wine Bar

Sommelier Aldo Graziani’s wine bar offers tasting labels from distinguished winemakers in communion with tapas and dishes with a Mediterranean imprint. For example, a traditional style omelette, made with “organic” eggs, caramelized onions and new potatoes (harvested when they are young) that are distinguished by a thin skin and a delicate, barely sweet flavor. It comes out crispy on the outside and very creamy on the inside (with some sliced ​​potatoes and others crushed), accompanied by a Trapanese pesto.

• Address: Syrian Arab Republic 3037, Palermo.

Holy Pizza Bar

The menu at this pizza bar in Palermo includes homey dishes such as “tremendous” potato omelettes, 500g and 4cm high. Have three options: the classic one, which they prepare with fried potatoes, caramelized onions and eggs; a highly chosen option, which is crowned with top-of-the-line raw ham and fresh arugula; and one Spanish style, which adds pieces of red chorizo. All three can be ordered baby, medium or well cooked. In addition, it is recommended to try the house specialty: pan-fried pizzas, made with sourdough and a special blend of flours.

• Address: Charcas 4799, Palermo.

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SNACK

This specialty coffee invites us to remember flavors from our childhood, such as titas, pepas and homemade meringadas. They also have a special offer for midday, where the potato omelette shines: a generous portion, crispy on the outside and baby on the inside, accompanied by a homemade aioli. Ideal to accompany with a lemonade or a signature cocktail.

• Address: Uriarte 2106, Palermo.

AVG Electric Café

This is another specialty coffee that adds “small plates” and cocktails to liven up the afternoons in the forests of Palermo. Here, the tortilla is prepared with thin slices of potato, onion in brunoise, eggs, ground pepper and olive oil. It is served well cooked, unless you prefer babé, with parsley leaves to add freshness to the bite.

• Address: Av. Infanta Isabel 110, Arco 9, Palermo.

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SO MUCH

The Peruvian Creole cuisine restaurant of the famous Gastón Acurio, proposes a tortilla faithful to local taste, made with sliced ​​white potatoes, caramelized onions and eggs, topped with roasted bell peppers and fresh parsley leaves. It comes out baby, very moist and creamy, to accompany with its causes, anticuchos, rice and stews.

• Address: Esmeralda 938, esq. Paraguay, Retiro.

Potato Tortilla Day: why is it celebrated every March 9?

The celebration dates back to 15th century in Spainfor the anniversary of the death of Saint Joan. He March 9 went to the convent of Vats of the Holywhere this had lived nun with a reputation as a healer.

When meal time arrived, people were gathered around. height of Fuenlabrada and they took out their food to regain strength. The most typical thing to bring for a road snack was tortilla and bread. From there was the tradition of celebrating the March 9 with this food.

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How to prepare a good Potato Tortilla?

The Potato Omelette is considered one of the fundamental dishes of Spanish gastronomy, and widely tasted in several countries around the world. Tips for preparing a good omelette:

• The secret of the tortilla lies in the correct amount of eggs and potatoes used in its preparation.
• The ideal is reserve a frying pan just to make tortillasthat it is in good condition and that it has the perfect non-stick surface so that it does not stick to us.
• A very practical trick that so that the tortilla doesn’t stick, is to cover the bottom of the pan with salt. And fry the salt until it acquires a light toasted tone, then remove it with kitchen paper or a cloth and that’s it.