Spanish omelette wheat tortilla of Mexico and neighbouring countries, which is a thin flatbread. In most of Hispanic America, where both the flatbread and potato omelette are eaten, the omelette is called "tortilla española" to distinguish it from the maize tortilla of the region. Because the potato is called "papa" in much of Hispanic America (instead of the term "patata" used in Spain), this dish can sometimes be referred to as "tortilla de papas" in that region as well. The Spanish tortilla ("tortilla de patatas" in Spain) is widely eaten in Spain and some Spanish-speaking countries. While there are numerous regional variations,
Tomate frito is known as sofrito. "Heinz Tomato Frito" was popularised in the United Kingdom as a short-cut ingredient by the cook Delia Smith, extolling it in books and her website recipes. Tomate frito Tomate frito (Spanish for "fried tomato") is a pureed tomato sauce with a hint of onion and garlic, that can be used as a base ingredient or enjoyed simply for its own flavour. It is distinct from most tomato sauces because the tomatoes have been fried, and its ingredients include a small amount of vegetable oil. It is the most common tomato ingredient of Spanish cuisine other than