tortilla

/tɔrˈtiə/
noun
  1. A thin, flat round bread made from corn or wheat flour, used in Mexican and other cuisines.
    • Corn tortillas are gluten-free and often used for enchiladas.
    • She warmed the tortilla on a skillet before making tacos.
    • He wrapped the beans and cheese in a flour tortilla for a quick lunch.
  2. A Spanish omelet made with eggs, potatoes, and often onions, cooked slowly in olive oil.
    • My grandmother's tortilla recipe includes caramelized onions.
    • We ordered a Spanish tortilla with a side of salad.
    • In Spain, a tortilla is a thick egg dish, not a flatbread.
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