Description
Easy Patatas Bravas Recipe. This dish is not just a simple potato recipe; it’s a celebration of flavors that transports me straight to the bustling tapas bars of Spain. The crispy potatoes paired with a rich, spicy sauce create a delightful harmony that’s hard to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes (or waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sauce)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (for sauce)
- ½ teaspoon hot paprika (or cayenne for extra heat)
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon salt (for sauce)
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ cup vegetable broth (or water)
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes, then rinse under cold water.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion until soft. Add garlic, smoked paprika, and hot paprika.
- Fry the potato cubes in 3 tablespoons of olive oil until golden brown and crispy, about 10-12 minutes.
- Combine the crispy potatoes with the bravas sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
- Soak potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Store leftovers separately for best texture.
- Experiment with different oils for frying.
- Serve hot for the best experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg