Spanish Omelette (Potato Tortilla)

This is a super simple and tasty Spanish classic that is suitable as soon as your little one starts solids.

You may have noticed there is a theme here — we like simple food that doesn't require making multiple meals for everyone in the household! This dish also takes us back to a simpler (kid free) time when you could travel to places like Spain for tapas and a glass of rioja. For such a tasty dish, you wouldn't have expected it to be so simple.

This is also a recipe that is very easy to add extra ingredients to. Roasted capsicum or sardines are an excellent addition to layer through the potato before you add in the egg.

Quick Recipe Snapshot

Prep time: 5–10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: The whole family
Freezer friendly: Yes
Texture: Soft, set omelette

Age & Texture Guidance

Suitable from 6 months.
6–9 months: cut into soft finger-sized strips that are easy to hold.
9–12 months: offer in smaller soft pieces for the pincer grasp.
12 months+: serve in bite-sized pieces alongside veggies.

Allergens Present

Egg.

Allergen Substitutions

Egg is the heart of this dish and can't be left out or swapped — but because there are no other top-9 allergens, it makes a great standalone first egg exposure.

Why We Love This Recipe

A gentle, allergen-friendly way to introduce egg
One pan and very little fuss
Easy to adapt with extra veg or fish
A true family meal — no separate cooking required